Manager of Distribution Engineering

McKenzie Electric Cooperative; Watford City (ND); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

McKenzie Electric Cooperative in Watford City, ND is seeking a Manager of Distribution Engineering. This full-time role oversees staff and contractors handling new, upgraded, or relocated electric services, ensuring compliance with MEC, RUS, and NESC standards.

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, you will manage project design, field coordination and quality service delivery. The position requires a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree (or equivalent), strong communication and decision-making

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field.
• Knowledge of MEC, RUS, and NESC standards or codes.
• Strong communication and decision‑making skills; leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee Staking Technicians and contractors.
• Coordinate system designs, work orders, and project estimates.
• Ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance with MEC and RUS standards.
• Supervise staff, monitor job performance, and provide leadership.
• Coordinate with internal and external teams to meet project goals.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure proper handling of member requests and complaints.

Skills

Strong communication

Decision making

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's/Associate's degree

Job description

McKenzie Electric Cooperative (MEC) is currently seeking qualified candidates for Manager of Distribution Engineering. The selected candidate for this full‑time, benefited position is responsible for overseeing and directing staff on member requests for new, upgraded, or relocated electric services, ensuring compliance with standards and maintaining equipment within McKenzie Electric Cooperative (MEC) guidelines. Reporting to the Director of Engineering, the role involves supervising staff and contractors, managing system design, coordinating fieldwork, and ensuring quality service delivery. The job includes administrative duties such as invoicing, material procurement, and reporting, while ensuring all work aligns with MEC, Rural Utilities Service (RUS), and National Electric Safety Code (NESC) standards.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee Staking Technicians and contractors.
• Coordinate system designs, work orders, and project estimates.
• Ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance with MEC and RUS standards.
• Supervise staff, monitor job performance, and provide leadership.
• Coordinate with internal and external teams to meet project goals.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure proper handling of member requests and complaints.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's or Associate's degree (or equivalent experience), knowledge of relevant codes and regulations, strong communication and decision‑making skills, and the ability to manage both technical and interpersonal aspects of the role. The position requires fieldwork in various environmental conditions and the ability to perform physical tasks.

For a comprehensive job description please contact MEC's Human Resources.

About McKenzie Electric Cooperative

MEC is a member owned electric cooperative based in Watford City, ND. Since 1945, it's been our goal and commitment to improving the quality of life of our members, while supporting the communities in which we operate, by offering safe, reliable, and affordable electricity.

MEC offers a generous and flexible benefits package to its employees. The benefits include:

• Health, Dental and Vision coverage, effective from first day of hire
• 401(k) with 7% matching after one year
• Pension plan at no cost to the employee, effective after one year
• Short-term and Long-term disability coverage at no cost to the employee
• Life insurance, including spouse and dependents at no cost to the employee
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Business Travel Accident coverage
• Supplemental Accident Death & Dismemberment coverage
• Flexible spending account
• Accrued Vacation and Sick Pay
• 12 Paid Holidays a year