Electrical Engineering Manager – Power Systems & Strategy

Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation; Lenoir (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ridge Energy is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the planning, design, mapping, and development of our electric system, ensuring safe and reliable service for the communities we serve.

The role requires strong leadership, deep power systems knowledge, and a proven track record in transmission and distribution engineering. You will guide budgets, schedules, and cross-functional collaboration to advance our infrastructure and member service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with power emphasis or equivalent experience.
• PE registration is required.
• Minimum of 7 years in electric transmission and distribution engineering.
• Experience with protection and coordination.
• Knowledge of RUS and NESC standards.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record.
• Experience with Milsoft WindMil.
• ProVision software experience preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of technical professionals.
• Prepare and manage Construction Work Plans and Long-Range System Plans.
• Oversee planning, design, and analysis of the electric system.
• Develop, implement, and audit transmission and distribution design standards.
• Maintain accurate electric system mapping, connectivity, and GIS data.
• Manage systemwide Pole Attachment and Joint Use agreements.
• Support substation and transmission construction projects through planning, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Ensure compliance with RUS, NESC, environmental, and construction standards.
• Provide engineering support for system loading, switching, outage restoration, and power quality investigations.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets.
• Review and prepare transmission, substation, and distribution switching orders.
• Deliver engineering training and technical support to operations personnel.
• Serve as trusted advisor to the Director of Engineering Services and collaborate across departments.

Skills

Leadership

Power systems knowledge

Project management

Budgeting

Communication

Safety

Team development

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Milsoft WindMil

Eaton CYMTCC

Power Monitors ProVision

Job description

Blue Ridge Energy is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the planning, design, mapping, and development of our electric system, ensuring safe and reliable service for the communities we serve.

The role requires strong leadership, deep power systems knowledge, and a proven track record in transmission and distribution engineering. You will guide budgets, schedules, and cross-functional collaboration to advance our infrastructure and member service.