Director - Control Systems & Automation

Directs all aspects of AVANGRID Networks real-time operating platforms, supporting electric and gas operations for multiple utility operating companies across multiple jurisdictions. System responsibilities include Energy Control (EMS), Outage Management (OMS), SCADA, Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), and other Smart Grids technologies. Oversees a staff of 100+ internal resources, external contract management (60+), and a budget exceeding $26 million.

Responsibilities

• General Management: Senior-level management of multiple layers of geographically dispersed technical staff. Requires strong leadership, vendor negotiation skills, and executive-level communication.
• Strategy and System Architecture: Aligns corporate strategy with the strategic direction for Smart Grids Control Systems and Automation technologies. Identifies and assesses technology solutions, develops strategic roadmaps, and ensures secure, supportable implementation.
• Applications: Directs development, integration, maintenance, support, and lifecycle management of electric and gas control center applications, including transmission management, distribution management, outage management, GIS, and other real-time operational applications.
• Platform Infrastructure: Oversees architectural planning and day-to-day support of control center technical platforms, including server environments, storage, databases, private/public networks, security, SCADA communications, and other control center platforms.
• GIS: Directs all aspects of electric and gas Geographic Information System (GIS) data, software, and processes. Ensures accurate and timely GIS data updates per internal/external procedures and regulatory requirements. Leads efforts to improve productivity and reduce expenses through GIS technology implementation.
• Operational Processes & Compliance: Ensures robust enterprise operational governance across technology domains, meeting system performance, availability, recoverability, and compliance requirements. Compliance includes NERC CIP, FCC, state/federal regulations, and corporate cyber/physical security policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s in a technical field and/or MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of broad-based experience in technology management or related areas.
• Prior management, supervisory, or leadership experience.
• Working knowledge of the regulatory environment for utility companies, including NERC CIP.

Qualifications

• Strong advanced leadership and communication skills.
• Highly developed ability to resolve complex problems and negotiate successful outcomes.
• Ability to build effective relationships with key stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of related technologies and gas/electric network operations.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Promotes working relationships across teams and geographical boundaries.
  • Drives divisional, functional, and technical excellence aligned with organizational purpose.
  • Contributes to organizational vision and values to drive change.
  • Develops and promotes talent across divisions and geographies.
  • Makes operational decisions encouraging balanced risk-taking and innovation.
  • Demonstrates technical competence and strengthens knowledge within the organization.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $149,000 - $185,000, dependent on experience and location.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits and growth opportunities.
• Generous performance-based bonuses.
• 12% 401(k) match.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Professional development and clear career-advancement pathways.

Please note: Applicants who are not citizens of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with applicable immigration requirements. Avangrid provides fair and equal employment opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of protected status.