Manager of Electrical Engineering Design
Powder River Energy Corp · Gillette, WY · 5 days ago
Full-time
About PRECorp
PRECorp is an electric cooperative dedicated to providing reliable, efficient electricity across five counties. We value integrity, collaboration, and a commitment to our members, offering a workplace where your leadership makes a real impact.
Responsibilities
- Lead distribution and transmission projects, managing power line routing, staking, easements, and cost estimates.
- Direct PRECorp's Performance Reliability Enhancement Program (PREP) through inspection and design initiatives.
- Supervise and mentor Design Engineers, Engineering Design Coordinators, and Distribution Design Technicians, fostering a high-performing team.
- Play a major role in PRECorp's WECC/NERC compliance program, ensuring accuracy and supporting audits and documentation.
- Collaborate with internal managers and external consultants to develop and implement construction standards for distribution and transmission systems.
- Effectively manage numerous projects and priorities simultaneously to meet deadlines and objectives.
- Work closely with members to meet their electrical needs and assist in emergency restoration during outages.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (power system design, planning, or coordination focus preferred).
- Professional Engineering (PE) license in Wyoming, or ability to obtain within one year of hire.
- 10+ years of experience in powerline design and engineering (transmission and distribution), with supervisory experience strongly preferred.
- 10+ years of formal leadership managing engineering teams.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
Skills
- Ability to perform complex engineering analysis and planning for system specifications and requirements.
- Knowledge of distribution, transmission, and substation system operations.
- Ability to organize and meet deadlines.
- Knowledge and experience in utilization of computer applications for engineering functions, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Milsoft WindMil, LightTable, and AutoCAD.
- Solid interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) and ability to be an effective team member.
- High degree of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and robust benefits (health, retirement, and more).
- A supportive, inclusive culture focused on growth and community impact.
- The chance to lead cutting-edge projects in a vital industry.
This position may be located in Sundance, Gillette, or Sheridan.