Engineering Jobs in Lawrenceville, IL

Job Title: Vice President, Operations

Reports To: Chief Operating Officer

FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

This executive leadership role is responsible for the strategic and operational execution of INTREN’s business objectives across designated territories, including operations in Ohio, Indiana, southern regions of Illinois, and Florida, supporting both Distribution and Transmission work types. Responsibilities include safety leadership, operational excellence, financial performance, business development, and organizational growth within these markets.

The role drives enterprise-level strategies that support sustainable growth, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement while fostering a high-performance culture aligned with organizational objectives. Leadership oversight includes operational execution within Distribution and Transmission services, ensuring alignment with regional growth strategies and operational performance expectations.

Extensive travel throughout the assigned territories is required to support operational alignment, customer engagement, and leadership development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Corporate Leadership:

• Serves as a key member of the executive leadership team, contributing to enterprise-wide strategy and driving continuous improvement in alignment with organizational objectives.
• Champions the organization’s vision and provides leadership to execute its mission across all areas of responsibility.
• Leads a high-performance culture that is positive, proactive, accountable, and results-oriented, fostering engagement and professional development at all levels of the organization.

Financial Performance:

• Ensures financial performance metrics and controls are effectively implemented to achieve INTREN’s financial objectives.
• Holds full accountability for regional P&L performance, ensuring results align with budgeted expectations and organizational financial targets.
• Leads the development, execution, and monitoring of the annual operating budget in partnership with the finance team, providing strategic financial insight and guidance.
• Collaborates with the executive leadership team to evaluate key performance indicators across divisions, ensuring alignment and understanding of their collective impact on organizational performance.

Business Development:

• Partners with the COO to ensure consistent execution of the company’s growth strategy and alignment with operational capabilities.
• Maintains executive-level engagement with customers while overseeing operational relationships to ensure service excellence and customer satisfaction.
• Supports the development and execution of strategic account planning initiatives to strengthen partnerships and expand business opportunities.
• Provides visible leadership in customer engagement, supporting both new business development and the continued growth of existing accounts.
• Builds and sustains strong relationships with customer leadership to reinforce collaboration and long-term strategic partnerships.

Operational Development:

• Provides strategic oversight of operational activities to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and performance expectations.
• Mentors and develops regional leadership teams through structured development plans that strengthen leadership capabilities and organizational depth.
• Leads succession planning initiatives to ensure leadership continuity and long-term organizational stability.
• Drives execution of the strategic plan to achieve defined growth and performance targets while enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Operations:

• Holds enterprise accountability for national storm response strategy and execution, ensuring timely and effective operational response in alignment with customer and organizational expectations.
• Leads operational strategy and execution to achieve targeted key performance indicators (KPIs), driving continuous improvement in safety, productivity, and operational excellence.
• Develops and oversees the organizational structure of the Operations group to ensure alignment with strategic objectives and operational scalability.
• Establishes and enforces operational policies and guidelines that support consistent excellence and long-term organizational performance.
• Partners with safety and quality leadership to meet or exceed customer expectations and regulatory requirements while fostering a culture of operational integrity.
• Collaborates with Human Resources on policies, compensation, and benefits to support employee well-being and organizational competitiveness, including performance management processes.
• Promotes a collaborative and inclusive work environment across all operational teams and locations, fostering engagement among internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintains comprehensive understanding of collective bargaining agreements within operational regions to support effective workforce relations and compliance.
• Provides visible leadership through extensive travel to support team development, customer engagement, operational alignment, and strategic growth initiatives.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, operations management, or a related field (advanced degree preferred) or work experience deemed equivalent.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in operations, utility construction, or infrastructure services, with demonstrated executive-level accountability.
• Executive experience managing multi-location operations and field teams.
• Strategic planning and KPI-driven performance management expertise.
• Experience in safety, compliance, and customer-focused operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and business development capabilities.
• Knowledge of collective bargaining environments.

INTREN is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Vincennes University seeks a visionary and collaborative leader to serve as the Dean of the College of Science, Engineering, and Mathematics (SEM). Reporting directly to the Provost, the Dean serves as the senior leader responsible for the overall accountability of academic programming, curriculum development, accreditation, assessment of student learning, and faculty oversight. Leading a diverse portfolio of Associate and Bachelor’s degree programs, ranging from Biology, Chemistry, and Geoscience to Engineering and Mathematics. The Dean will oversee day-to-day operations while championing the College’s signature small class sizes, the state-of-the-art Updike Hall SEM Learning Lab, and high-impact transfer partnerships with institutions like Purdue University and the University of Evansville. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to VU’s mission and workforce development initiatives, bringing experience in academic leadership to a complex environment that requires sound, flexible, and creative decision-making. With exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, the Dean will cultivate a culture of care and excellence, supporting faculty growth and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to advance the College's strategic goals and statewide impact. 

Primary Functions and Responsibilities: 

Administrative Oversight: Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the College, including administrative processes, resource allocation, budget oversight, personnel accreditation, and performance management. 

Strategic Leadership: Provide leadership for ongoing and new initiatives related to college degree programs, academic affairs, such as curriculum development, program recruitment, program review, accreditation processes, and strategic planning. 

University Representation: Represent the College in relevant university, college, or departmental committee meetings (e.g., Curriculum Committee, Assessment Committee, Faculty Senate meetings) to ensure effective participation in shared governance and decision-making. 

Policy Implementation: Ensure the effective implementation of University and College policies and procedures, and contribute to their review and development as needed. 

Data-Driven Decisions: Utilize data for informed decision-making regarding academic programs, student success, faculty affairs, and operational efficiency. 

Faculty and Staff Support: Provide guidance and support to faculty and staff within the College, fostering a productive and collaborative environment. This includes the team member recruitment, retention, professional development, and promotion as applicable.

Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned by the Provost that are consistent with the responsibilities of a university Dean. 

The preferred candidate will have/be:

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. 

• Demonstrated knowledge in the areas of academic program development and evaluation, adult principles and practices, and curriculum development. 

• An active, energetic, and well-organized personality with a sense of humor and collegiality, creating a culture of care and a climate of inclusiveness. 

• A leadership philosophy that emphasizes an environment of accountability and open communication. Strong decision-making skills that demonstrate a sense of fairness, sensitivity, compassion, and objectivity. Personal and professional integrity to the highest degree.

• Industry experience in a discipline offered by the College of Science, Engineering, and Mathematics.

Required Qualifications:

·         Education: Master's degree from an accredited institution in science, engineering, mathematics, or related field required. Doctorate preferred. 

•   Leadership Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in academic or industry leadership.

•  Teaching Experience: Minimum of 5 years of college teaching experience, preferably in a Science, Engineering, or Mathematics discipline.

·         Work Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 

Terms of Employment:

This position requires flexibility in scheduling to meet the needs of the College, including travel, evening, and weekend events. 

Salary: 

Commensurate with qualifications. 

Start Date: 

July, 1st 2026 

Requirements

Application Requirements: 

This position is open until filled; however, full consideration will be given to all applications received by the close of business on Friday, April 3, 2026. Interviews will be held concurrently with the advertising period.

This position requires a satisfactory background check. 

Application Materials: 

• A cover letter that addresses the professional competencies and leadership attributes identified in the posting.
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• A list of five professional references that includes the following:
• One individual who currently reports to or has reported directly to the applicant.
• One individual who is or has been a colleague.
• One individual to whom the applicant has directly reported.

Vincennes University (VU) is a premier learning institution widely recognized for its leadership in innovation and the delivery of successful educational experiences. VU develops people and enhances communities through accessible, high-quality academic programs, strategic partnerships, and active engagement. Interested applicants should apply at 6051788:Career Search.

Vincennes University is an accredited, equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Vincennes University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment, in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.