Distribution Protection Engineering Manager

Distribution Protection Engineering Manager

Location: Albuquerque, NM, United States

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.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

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

Competencies: Demonstrated problem-solving skills, organization, and attention to detail

Demonstrated leadership skills, self-motivation, and interpersonal skills

Experience in short circuit studies software like ASPEN Oneliner, CAPE, Synergi, or Cyme, etc., and software like Powerbase, acSELerator, etc. is preferred

Ability to understand and represent modern technologies applicable in the transmission, distribution, and substation environments

Ability to read, interpret and apply national, state and local codes and standards (IEEE, ANSI, NEC, NESC, ACI, AISC, ASME, NACE, etc.)

Ability to translate electrical theory and physics to utility application for improving system reliability

Ability to make informed repair decisions following company protocols

Comfortable working in and around high voltage (up to 345kV) electrical facilities and equipment

Ability to work as part of a team with various departments and levels of personnel

Job Description

Distribution Protection Engineering Manager

Salary Grade: G04 Minimum Midpoint Maximum $104,766 - $141,434 - $178,102

Summary: Directs and manages a team involved in the design and construction of transmission, distribution, operation, and maintenance activities; manages, trains, and directs engineers and technical personnel and provides administrative support to management; manages an engineering and technical team that works on specific engineering projects from inception through completion; and is responsible for the execution of goals, programs, and projects within an engineering functional unit or section.

Essential Duties And 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

Competencies

Broad knowledge of engineering precedents in specialty area and in related specialty areas

Working knowledge of management principles

Ability to manage projects on time and within budget

Ability to explain highly complex matters and build consensus among diverse groups

Knowledge of construction and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution and/or power generation systems

Demonstrated ability to make independent decisions that require judgment, creativity and interpersonal skills

Qualifications

Minimum Education And/or Experience: 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. Master’s degree preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must possess a current, legally valid driver’s license and meet the company’s driving record requirements. Active and in good standing licensed professional engineer. Preference for New Mexico and/or Texas professional engineer license.

Communication Skills: Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write complex correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in group situations and respond to questions from customers, clients, management, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Computer Skills: Working knowledge of database, spreadsheet, and word processing software.

Analysis And Problem-Solving Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit up to 2/3 of the time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment: Office, Field, Construction environment. Employees in Services Company may be responsible for providing services to various Holding Company subsidiaries and affiliates.

Safety And ADA Statement: Safety Statement: Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, "everyone goes home safe", reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement: If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.