Transmission Manager II – Transmission Engineering (Material)

Oncor • Ft Worth, TX

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About The Position

The Transmission Manager II oversees and executes transmission engineering program initiatives and strategies, including technical programs and strategies related to material and contract resources, internal processes and controls, reporting, and process improvement. The role directs program priorities and risk response to meet engineering resource, project in-service date, and budget goals. It leads cross-functional teams and develops internal and external resource strategies, as well as processes for forecasting, ordering, delivering, and tracking equipment, materials, and project close-out activities. The manager oversees engineering deliverable dates and stakeholder communications, employee training and development, vendor agreements, responses to equipment and material changes, financial reporting requests, and safety awareness programs. The position promotes safe work practices and performs all essential job functions and other specific requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, project management, or another applicable field.
• Five years of project or program management experience within a utility.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to communicate and negotiate with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to establish and maintain control processes.
• Experience managing large programs, projects, or initiatives.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience in a management role; applicants with this experience are encouraged to apply.
• Registered Professional Engineer; applicants with this qualification are encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge of transmission line, switching station, or substation design; product sourcing; construction; asset management; and operations issues.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate priorities and risks and direct corrective actions to meet engineering resource load levels, project in-service dates, and budget levels.
• Lead cross-functional teams to complete technical and analytical deliverables.
• Develop internal and external resource strategies to meet program goals and objectives.
• Lead the team responsible for forecasting, ordering, and delivering equipment and materials, resolving issues, and meeting project in-service dates.
• Lead development of new processes supporting equipment and material needs.
• Develop processes to track project close-out activities and confirm timely completion.
• Manage engineering deliverable dates and ensure changes are appropriately communicated to stakeholders.
• Develop and implement employee training programs.
• Support employee development through professional training and cross-training, and seek opportunities to broaden employee experience.
• Manage vendor agreements and monitor and direct responses to changes in available equipment and materials.
• Manage responses to financial reporting requests from other organizations.
• Direct safety awareness programs and foster a culture committed to safe work practices.
• Perform all essential aspects and functions of the job and other specific job requirements.

Benefits

• Annual incentive program.
• Competitive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Wellness incentives of up to $2,300 in 2026 for employee-only coverage and other wellbeing resources.
• 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%.
• 401(k) match for student debt program.
• Cash balance pension plan.
• Adoption assistance.
• Mental health resources.
• Employee resource groups.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Competitive vacation, 10 company holidays, and 2 personal holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Salary continuation for up to 6 months for approved employee illness or injury.
• Commuter benefits.
• Electric vehicle incentive program.
• Appliance purchase plan.

What This Job Offers

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