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Areas of Responsibility: Engineering, System Planning, Electric System Reliability, Capital Projects, and Engineering Standards & Compliance
Reports To: General Manager/CEO
FLSA Status: Exempt
Safety Sensitive: Yes
Summary
The Vice President of Engineering provides executive leadership and strategic direction for all engineering functions of the Cooperative. This role is responsible for planning and overseeing the design and long-term reliability of a safe, cost-effective electric distribution system.
This position owns engineering design, system planning, standards, and capital project prioritization. The VP of Engineering ensures that system design and infrastructure planning support operational effectiveness, safety, and long-term system performance.
Standards of Excellence
All employees are expected to contribute to a culture of excellence by:
Professionally representing the cooperative and BOLT with accurate knowledge and a positive attitude.
Adapting to change and actively supporting organizational initiatives.
Communicating clearly, respectfully, and consistently with members, subscribers, and teammates.
Managing responsibilities efficiently and maintaining attention to detail.
Making informed decisions based on cooperative policies and subscriber service standards.
Practicing and promoting safety in all work environments.
Demonstrating ethical behavior and integrity at all times.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Executive Leadership & Strategy
Provides executive leadership for all engineering functions of the Cooperative.
Develops and executes long-range engineering strategies aligned with the Cooperative’s mission, strategic plan, and Board priorities.
Serves as a key member of the executive leadership team, contributing to organization-wide planning and decision-making.
System Planning & Engineering Oversight
Oversees system planning, engineering design, and technical standards to ensure a safe, reliable, and resilient electric distribution system that supports current and future member needs.
Establishes and maintains engineering standards, specifications, and best practices.
Provides executive oversight for major capital projects, system improvements, and infrastructure investments.
Safety, Compliance & Risk Management
Ensures engineering activities comply with applicable safety, regulatory, environmental, and industry standards.
Promotes a strong safety culture by integrating safety considerations into engineering design and planning.
Identifies and manages engineering-related risks impacting system reliability, financial performance, and public safety.
Financial & Resource Management
Oversees engineering budgets, capital forecasts, and long-range infrastructure planning in coordination with Finance.
Supports responsible financial stewardship through data-driven planning and prioritization of capital investments.
Leadership & Talent Development
Leads, mentors, and develops engineering leadership and staff.
Establishes expectations for performance, accountability, and professional growth.
Fosters a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.
Board, Member & External Relations
Prepares and presents engineering-related reports, recommendations, and long-range plans to the Board of Trustees.
Represents the Cooperative with regulatory agencies, power suppliers, consultants, and industry organizations.
Serves as a technical advisor to executive leadership and the Board on engineering and system matters.
Subsidiary Oversight
Provides executive oversight and strategic alignment for engineering activities supporting the Cooperative’s subsidiary operations.
Works collaboratively with subsidiary leadership to support infrastructure planning, design coordination, and long-term system strategies without directing day-to-day operations.
Ensures appropriate governance, risk management, safety expectations, and engineering standards are aligned between the Cooperative and subsidiary, as applicable.
Emergency Response & System Reliability
Supports emergency response, major outages, and system restoration efforts as part of the executive leadership team.
Provides engineering guidance during system events to support safe and effective decision-making.
KPI / Success Measures
System reliability metrics (SAIDI, SAIFI, CAIDI) aligned with engineering planning targets
Accuracy and effectiveness of system planning and load forecasting
Capital project planning accuracy (budget vs. actual, prioritization effectiveness)
Engineering design quality and adherence to standards
Compliance with regulatory, environmental, and safety requirements
Long-term system performance and infrastructure resiliency
Timeliness and quality of engineering support to Operations
Decision Authority
Establishes engineering standards, specifications, and system design requirements
Approves system planning models, infrastructure strategies, and long-range plans
Recommends capital project priorities and infrastructure investments
Provides engineering approval for system design and major project scopes
Supports operational decision-making with engineering guidance but does not direct field execution or restoration activities (Operations)
Budget / Contract Authority
Develops engineering-related budgets and capital forecasts in coordination with Finance
Provides financial input and justification for capital projects and infrastructure investments
Reviews and approves engineering-related vendor contracts, design services, and consulting agreements
Partners with Operations on project execution budgets while maintaining ownership of planning assumptions and engineering scope
Compliance & Risk Accountability
Ensures compliance with all engineering, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards (NESC, RUS, OSHA, etc.)
Maintains engineering standards and design practices that support system safety and reliability
Identifies and mitigates system design risks that could impact safety, reliability, or financial performance
Partners with Operations on system risk, while maintaining accountability for design integrity and engineering standards
Cross-Functional Interfaces
VP of Operations:
Engineering = system design, standards, planning, and technical guidance
Operations = construction, maintenance, switching, and restoration
CFO:
CFO = capital planning, financial analysis, and long-term investment strategy
Engineering = project scope, cost inputs, and infrastructure planning assumptions
VP of Administrative Services:
Administrative Services = communication, dispatch coordination, and service impacts
Engineering = system data, outage information, and infrastructure planning support
CTO / IT:
CTO = systems, infrastructure, and technology governance
Engineering = integration of engineering systems (GIS, SCADA interfaces, data systems)
Human Resources / Safety:
HR/Safety = safety programs, policies, and compliance governance
Engineering = safety integration in system design, standards, and planning
BOLT Operations:
BOLT = broadband service delivery and operations
Engineering = coordination of infrastructure planning where electric and broadband systems intersect
Executive Team / Board of Trustees:
Executive Team/Board = strategic direction, capital priorities, and governance
Engineering = system planning, technical recommendations, and infrastructure strategy
Competencies
Executive Leadership: Provides strategic direction, builds alignment, and holds leaders accountable for performance, safety, and results across the organization
Strategic Thinking & Planning: Anticipates future system needs, evaluates industry trends, and develops long-range engineering strategies aligned with organizational goals
Decision Making & Judgment: Makes informed, timely decisions by balancing technical, operational, financial, and regulatory considerations
Operational & Technical Expertise: Applies deep knowledge of electric system design, planning, and infrastructure to guide sound engineering decisions and system reliability
Communication & Influence: Communicates complex technical concepts clearly to leadership, the Board, and stakeholders; influences decisions and drives alignment
Collaboration & Organizational Leadership: Builds strong partnerships across departments and ensures coordination between Engineering, Operations, Safety, Finance, and external partners
Financial & Business Acumen: Oversees capital planning, budgeting, and resource allocation with a focus on long-term system performance and financial stewardship
Safety & Compliance Focus: Promotes a culture of safety and ensures adherence to regulatory, environmental, and industry standards
Change Leadership & Innovation: Leads teams through change, supports continuous improvement, and drives adoption of new technologies and practices
Northeast Oklahoma Electric Cooperative (NOEC) delivers reliable electric service to more than 30,000 members across a four-county region, supporting over 43,000 meters. With more than 5,000 miles of overhead and underground distribution lines, NOEC serves a geographically diverse territory that includes rural communities, growing residential areas, and commercial development.
With a workforce of approximately 180 employees across the cooperative and its subsidiary operations, NOEC is proud to be one of the region’s largest and most stable employers. The organization is committed to safety, service excellence, and the long-term sustainability of the communities it serves.
NOEC’s subsidiary, Northeast Rural Services (NRS), was established in 1989 to expand the cooperative’s capabilities beyond traditional electric service. Building on that foundation, BOLT Fiber was launched in 2015 and has grown to serve more than 18,000 subscribers with high-speed fiber-to-the-home internet. Through NRS and BOLT, the cooperative continues to enhance connectivity for homes, businesses, and critical services—supporting economic development and improving quality of life across its service ter...ritory.
Together, NOEC and its subsidiary operations remain focused on delivering essential services, strengthening infrastructure, and meeting the evolving needs of their members.