About Lea County Electric Cooperative:

Founded in 1949, Lea County Electric Cooperative has been providing reliable energy to over 7,000 members across six counties in New Mexico and Texas. Our cooperative is built on strong community values, with a focus on employee growth, a supportive workplace culture, competitive pay, and a robust benefits package.

Position Summary:

As the Manager of Engineering at Lea County Electric Cooperative, you'll be a key figure in managing both the immediate and long-term performance of our electrical distribution network. We're looking for a detail-oriented professional with a passion for enhancing community energy solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, your responsibilities will include:

1. Conducting System Evaluations:

- Analyze the complexities of our electrical distribution infrastructure.

- Develop a comprehensive four-year maintenance and construction strategy to ensure system reliability and performance.

2. Collaborating for System Efficiency:

- Work closely with the engineering team to evaluate load flow, short circuit conditions, and protective relaying.

- Create studies on voltage regulation, arc flash safety, and coordination to enhance network efficiency.

3. Planning for Growth:

- Identify and plan future upgrades in response to growing loads and expanding business demands.

Qualifications:

To succeed in this position, you should have:

- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.

- Experience with an electrical utility organization.

- A solid foundation in trigonometry, calculus, algebra, and analytic geometry.

- Familiarity with equipment from Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories or similar (preferred).

- A valid New Mexico driver's license and willingness to comply with drug testing requirements.

- Knowledge of NERC and FERC regulations, with experience in SPP being a plus.

- Exceptional problem-solving, time management, and communication abilities.

Work Hours:

This role typically follows a Monday to Friday schedule, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, promoting a balance between work and personal life.

Compensation:

We offer a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, Aflac options, an employer-funded pension, educational assistance, and a 401(k) with an 8% employer contribution after one year of service.

Location: 88260

Lea County Electric Cooperative, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Join us for a fulfilling career, where your contributions help power the community's energy needs.

About Lea County Electric Cooperative

Lea County Electric Cooperative, located in Lovington, New Mexico, serves portions of three counties in New Mexico and portions of three counties in Texas including three residential towns, and the oilfield and farm/ranch communities. The Cooperative has 4,275 miles of lines (338 miles of transmission) with 16,180 meters. Lea County Electric Cooperative, Inc. (LCEC) was incorporated in 1949. Headquartered in Lovington, New Mexico, the Cooperative energizes over 15,000 meters in areas of Southeastern New Mexico and West Texas in portions of six (6) counties: Chaves, Eddy and Lea Counties in New Mexico and Cochran, Gaines and Yoakum counties in Texas. Nine (9) dedicated trustees along with management and employees have led LCEC through changes and growth. LCEC is a member of Western Farmer's Electric Cooperative, a generation and transmission cooperative, located in Anadarko, Oklahoma. Primary load is oilfield, commercial, irrigation and residential.

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