Manager Engineering - Transmission & Distribution

The Manager of Engineering Transmission & Distribution directs professional engineering work for various operations of the transmission and distribution (T&D) system. Directs engineering studies, planning, designs, budgeting, scheduling, and economic evaluations to ensure efficient performance of the power grid. Recommends and oversee the study of new technologies to enhance and improve overall power grid performance. Leads and develops individuals and teams by using people management processes and tools that involve staffing, training, supervising, coaching, and performance management to achieve optimal performance. Manager of Engineering and teams are engaged at the forefront of evolving technologies and methodologies in their respective areas. This includes partnerships with other business units and industry partners.Manager of Engineering is responsible for oversight of the following engineering functional areas: standards, protection, controls, automation, metering, asset health management, and reliability metric reporting. Manager of Engineering and functional area representatives provide real-time support to engineering, management, field, and operations personnel.

RequirementsA four-year Bachelors degree in engineering or related applied science discipline (see approved list) from an ABET accredited institution, an International Engineering Alliance (IEA) recognized institution or an ABET Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) plus eight (8) years of experience in engineering positions.Three (3) years' experience in a supervisory role involving the planning, organizing, directing and evaluating the work and performance of subordinates.Approved Engineering degrees:Materials Science/Metallurgy, Physics, Chemistry, Nuclear, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Electronics, Computer Science, Environmental, Chemical, Architectural, Structural.A four-year bachelor of Engineering Technology degree is not considered an automatic equivalent for a B.S. degree in Engineering.A review of the degree program curriculum must be completed by the Engineering Career Path Review Board to determine equivalency level.

Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications:Professional Engineer registration. Detailed technical knowledge of transmission, distribution, and/or generation engineering, operations, and/or maintenance. Work experience with the applicable engineering functional areas.Experience developing data analytical tools including PowerBI and Direxyon tool. Working knowledge of environmental requirements, OSHA, information technology, and labor regulatory/contract requirements relative to the operation of a T&D system. Effective communication demonstrated through written communications and presentations skills. Strong process improvement and business focus. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet.

• Optimizes transmission and distribution (T&D) engineering functions by directing engineering and professional support staff to provide high-quality, consistent engineering deliverables. 2) Directs department administration, budgeting and contracting functions; integrates with company/plant engineering, accounting, regulatory agencies and corporate relations.3) Maintains a high awareness and understanding of business improvement opportunities and technology trends.4) Selects and develops a high performing, highly skilled team through effective coaching, performance feedback, recognition, training and developmental opportunities.5) Identifies and responds to operational problems and issues and provide engineering and project management support to identify research, develop, and implement solutions, and provide support and advice to management.6) Prepares, recommends and oversees development of operating budgets. Monitors spending for adherence to budget; plans, develops and recommends plans to address variances.7) Plans and manages capital programs and budgets; integrates with company budget targets and goals; ensures reliable communication with company management through effective cost and schedule control.8) Position is flex-based. On-site attendance in Phoenix, AZ is expected on a regular basis.9) Overnight travel is expected to support conference attendance, remote dock engagement, and field visits.