Engineering Services Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Engineering Services Manager

Join our team at East River Electric Power Cooperative! Are you passionate about advancing the design and reliability of electric transmission systems? East River Electric is seeking a forward-thinking Engineering Services Manager to lead the engineering services team. As a key member of our operations leadership team, you will champion engineering excellence, oversee critical projects, and make a real impact every day. In this role, you'll lead the charge in transmission system design, electric plant budgeting, mapping, and land management. You'll direct a talented team responsible for everything from transmission line and substation design to telecommunications and system protection. Your work will help ensure our members receive the power they need-safely, efficiently, and reliably.

At East River Electric Power Cooperative we're dedicated to providing reliable and affordable wholesale power to our members across 40,000 square miles of service area. As a not-for-profit generation and transmission cooperative, we provide electricity to 24 rural electric distribution cooperatives and one municipally owned electric system serving eastern South Dakota and western Minnesota. Our members, in turn, power the lives of the member-owners in their service territories.

Our Cooperative Community

As a cooperative, we do things differently! The decisions we make are made with our members in mind. We've built our foundation on Touchstone Energy's four cooperative values: integrity, accountability, innovation, and commitment to community. These values represent the cooperative difference, which is why we value things like community outreach, teamwork, and work-life balance. The unique cooperative business model is designed to provide both growth and stability. This is just a little insight into why our members trust us to provide safe, reliable, and affordable power and service every day.

This incredible job opportunity awaits you at our main campus in Madison, South Dakota. Madison offers a warm and welcoming small-town atmosphere combined with modern amenities that make it the perfect place for you and your family. Take advantage of great resources like the state-of-the-art Madison Regional Hospital, experience the innovative campus of Dakota State University, enjoy a thriving community center, and more. With two stunning lakes nearby, recreational opportunities are abundant, and you'll be just a short drive away from many of eastern South Dakota's most popular attractions.

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What You'll Accomplish

As a valued member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference every day. Your education, skills, and experience will be put to excellent use, contributing to our mission of delivering exceptional wholesale power to our members. You'll work alongside passionate professionals who embody the cooperative values of integrity, accountability, innovation, and commitment to community. We believe in investing in your growth and development, which is why we offer paid training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. In this position you will:

• Direct electric system design and budgeting, covering everything from transmission lines and substations to telecommunications and system protection and controls.
• Guide teams working on drafting, mapping, GIS, our drone program, surveying, land management, and making sure we're in line with environmental regulations.
• Set the standards and criteria for transmission designs, system upgrades, and member delivery points to keep our operations running smoothly.
• Work collaboratively with others to shape construction plans and annual budgets for our electric plant.
• Understand Rural Utilities Services (RUS) standards to make sure our engineering standards, construction plans, and environmental studies meet requirements.
• Develop and manage external contracts, making sure everything aligns with the department's responsibilities.
• Represent East River at meetings with regulatory bodies, RUS, and other organizations, and participate in forums, committees, and working groups.
• Communicate engineering projects and work plans with other departments, member systems, and utilities
• Evaluate your team's staffing needs, establish specific objectives, and provide coaching to support their growth and success.
• Champion our safety culture, making sure we follow all safety standards and practices.

Showcase Your Knowledge, Abilities, and Expertise. Do you have?

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in electric utility
• Professional Engineering License in South Dakota and Minnesota, preferred. (A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of PE registration.)
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities
• Ability to prioritize and organize a variety of tasks simultaneously and effectively
• Leadership skills to inspire, coach, and develop others
• Ability to build constructive relationships in collaboration with internal and external teams
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office products and computer technology

Benefits that Matter

At East River, we value your well-being and want you to thrive. That's why we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Retirement pension plan and contribution to a 401(k) savings plan
• Medical insurance with employer contribution to a Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid training and development opportunities
• Access to a wellness program and financial planning resources
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• 9/80 work schedule, which gives you every other Friday off to encourage a work-life balance.

Want to learn more about East River? Visit our website's career pages and hear what our current employees have to say.

Questions? Contact hr@eastriver.coop or (605) 256-4536.

Position is open until filled, with initial review and interviews expected to begin during the week of November 17.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

All positions are subject to a post-offer, pre-employment background check and drug screen. Some positions may be subject to a job-based physical exam.

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