We’re looking for a talented and driven Systems Engineering Manager to join our team — with a clear path to advancement. This role is designed with succession in mind: the successful candidate will be positioned to step into the Director of Engineering & Operations role upon the planned retirement of our current director.

Why a Rural Electric Cooperative?

At our Cooperative, you're not just an employee — you're part of a mission-driven team that puts people first. We serve rural communities with dependable electricity and a commitment to local values. Your work directly supports families, farms, and small businesses that rely on us every day.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain short- and long-term work plans
• Lead capacity, reliability, and maintenance planning initiatives
• Specify and oversee installation of electrical equipment
• Supervise system engineering staff and support technical operations
• Manage engineering standards, distribution models, and system performance records
• Collaborate with commercial accounts and support outage management
• Provide leadership during emergencies and participate in on-call rotation

Who You’ll Work With

You’ll report to the Assistant General Manager/COO and lead a team of system engineers. You’ll also work closely with builders, vendors, and Cooperative members to ensure safe, efficient, and responsive service.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
• 10+ years of relevant industry experience preferred
• Supervision experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of NEC, NESC, and RUS standards
• Proficiency in engineering modeling software and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Valid PA driver’s license and a safety-first mindset

What We Offer

• A meaningful role in a member-focused organization
• Opportunities to lead impactful projects in rural infrastructure
• A collaborative, supportive work environment
• The chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of our members
• Competitive benefits package, including pension and 401(k)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Long-term disability (LTD) coverage

About Central Electric Cooperative, Inc.

Central Electric Cooperative, Inc. is a member-owned electric distribution utility established in 1937 with a rich history in the local community. Central Electric’s team consists of seventy-one dedicated employees that are committed to providing our 25,000 members with exceptional service. Our field personnel maintain over 3000 miles of line in the rolling hills of Western Pennsylvania. The Cooperative office resides near the City of Parker which is located along the beautiful Allegheny River within a 2-hr drive to Pittsburgh, Erie and Cleveland. The Cooperative serves a variety of residential, commercial, and industrial accounts across its seven-county service territory. Central is a member of the Pennsylvania Rural Electric Association, National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, and Touchstone Energy providing access to vast network of electric distribution cooperatives and resources. Parker offers the benefits of a small-town environment with many outdoor activities such as biking, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, hunting, fishing and camping. Parker is near the Allegheny River Trail network in western Pennsylvania https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/pennsylvania/allegheny-r...iver-trail. Pennsylvania state park system is readily accessible. The area also offers access to excellent healthcare and quality universities. CEC offers a comprehensive benefit package to help support employees and their families during their career with the cooperative. The benefit package includes Retirement & Security (R&S) pension, 401(k), health insurance, dental insurance, vision reimbursement program, life insurance, business travel accident insurance, long-term disability, zero interest computer loan and tuition reimbursement. In addition, paid time off (PTO) or vacation/sick leave are accrued based on years of service to the cooperative. You can visit our website at www.central.coop for more information. Central Electric is an equal opportunity employer.

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