Distribution Protection Engineering Manager

TXNM Energy • Albuquerque, NM

69d • $104,766 - $178,102

About The Position

PNM is looking for a DISTRIBUTION System Protection Engineering Manager responsible for leading PNM’s distribution protection department, performing complex engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient, and economic manner. The distribution system protection engineering manager is responsible for setting standards, creating strategy, leading, and providing supervision for the following: Performing short circuit, overcurrent, and distance coordination studies using ASPEN Oneliner and/or Synergi; Calculating and developing protective relay settings for new projects and/or modifying existing protective relay settings as required to maintain system reliability and coordinate settings with neighboring entities as needed; Analyzing system disturbances and recommending mitigation plans; Acting as an SME on assigned NERC and/or CIP compliance standards for Transmission Protection roles; Reviewing relaying one line, three line, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams and other protection design deliverables for accuracy; Supporting regulatory filings or other PNM plans and programs; Ensuring compliance with utility standards, safety regulations, and state/federal rules (IEEE, NESC, FERC/NERC) as applicable; Providing technical support and direction to field personnel and contractors, and training to less experienced staff, as needed; Communicating engineering ideas, recommendations and evaluations to diverse internal and external audiences; Applying engineering expertise to improve or develop new standards and new technology solutions; Performing all work in a safe and timely manner.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university in Engineering with seven to nine years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.
• Active and in good standing licensed professional engineer.
• Must possess a current, legally valid driver’s license and meet the company’s driving record requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience in short circuit studies software like ASPEN Oneliner, CAPE, Synergi, or Cyme, etc., and software like Powerbase, acSELerator, etc. is preferred.
• Preference for New Mexico and/or Texas professional engineer license.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, supervises, and directs engineers and technical staff.
• Administers contracts for wide array of projects, professional services, outside services, materials, and equipment.
• Holds employees accountable to complete all projects in a timely and professional manner, while promoting a safe working environment.
• Oversees and accountable with the overall budget for the department.
• Responsible for capital project development and 20-year capital planning for areas of department.
• Responsible for technical review of design and work product to ensure compliance with codes, rules and regulations, policies, and standards for all work completed.
• Handles employee related matters such as performance appraisals, technical career development, mentoring, approving absences, on-the-job training, and counseling.
• Recommends necessary changes in Company engineering and construction standards.
• Responsible for area development of long-range distribution, sub-transmission, transmission, and generation planning.
• Reviews and approves design for new construction, system reliability, and maintenance.
• Provides input to job scheduling of construction activities.
• Determines engineering criteria for service to customers and users.
• Represents the Company as an expert witness on electric system matters in regulatory and other administrative proceedings.
• Ensures the proper execution of training, performance appraisals, counseling, discipline, and EEO compliance.
• Supports growth of the Company’s revenue by working with various economic development organizations to attract business and industry to the service territory.

Benefits

• Safety is a core value at PNM and our vision, 'everyone goes home safe', reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Personal and Laundry Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees