Location Negotiable in Montana (Billings, Bozeman, Butte, Great Falls, Helena or Missoula) or South Dakota Service TerritoriesQUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Marketing, Business, or, related electrical experience
Proven experience in utility business development
Strong understanding of the industry and market trends
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Demonstrated customer interaction skills
Ability to demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
Strong computer, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Strategic thinking with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to travel to jobsites, off-site meetings, and trainings (estimated at 15% travel per year) including overnight stays when necessary
Ability to pass a drug test and a background check
Experience with electric or gas distribution or transmission engineering, modeling and construction preferred
Experience with utility software such as WinFlow, SAP, PLS-CADD, GIS systems and survey techniques desired
Knowledge of International NESC, NEC, Fuel Gas Code and the DOT. Part 191 and 192 is preferred
DUTIES INCLUDE:
Identify and contact potential clients establishing relationships with key decision makers
Conduct market research to stay up to date with key industry trends, customer needs and competitors
Negotiate contracts and closing deals
Develop and present business case
Manage Business Development resources
Use sound analytical skills to model, analyze, propose solutions for growth and recommend long range strategies for customer/load growth
Maintain compliance with all related standards including industry and regulatory
Prepare presentations and present to management and/or customers
Collaborate with internal teams, including Operations, Finance, Legal, Risk and others depending on the project
Manage initial engineering for growth, expansion and extensions projects
Oversee design of electric and/or natural gas facilities, meeting NorthWestern Energy/industry standards
Oversee computer related functions such as engineering analysis, drawing, spreadsheets, and database compilations
Data base management, conducting computer studies to evaluate the distribution system's security and adequacy, analyzing study results, making recommendations, preparing reports and attending internal and regional meetings as needed
Adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives
Full-time position.$108,400 to $176,400 per year, depending on experience. Benefits include: 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%; healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision; Health Savings Account (HSA); healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA); Employee Assistance Programs; Life Insurance; paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays.Closes on May 2, 2024.