Manager of Engineering - electric utility

Lea County Electric Cooperative • Lovington, NM

17d

About The Position

As the Manager of Engineering at LCEC, you will lead efforts to ensure the reliability, efficiency, and long-term success of our electrical distribution system. This leadership role is ideal for an innovative professional dedicated to advancing energy solutions for our community.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
• Proven experience in the electrical utility industry.
• Strong expertise in advanced mathematics, including trigonometry, calculus, algebra, and analytic geometry.
• Outstanding problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• A valid New Mexico driver's license and compliance with drug testing policies.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories equipment or similar systems (preferred).
• Understanding of NERC and FERC regulations, with experience in SPP considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• System Analysis and Strategy Assess the performance of our electrical distribution infrastructure.
• Design and implement a four-year maintenance and construction plan to optimize system operations.
• Team Collaboration for Efficiency Partner with the engineering team to analyze load flow, short circuit scenarios, and protective relaying schemes.
• Oversee studies on voltage regulation, arc flash safety, and system coordination to enhance network performance.
• Future Planning and Growth Anticipate system demands and design strategies for infrastructure upgrades to support business expansion and increasing energy loads.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage on day one.
• Life insurance and long-term disability.
• Aflac options.
• Employer-funded pension.
• Educational assistance programs.
• 401(k) plan with an 8% employer contribution after one year of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager