Manager, Distribution Design

Summary

Job Description

This position will oversee the design division and direct preparation of designs for new or modified projects. Additionally, this position will direct the modification of existing Chugach distribution and sub-transmission facilities in support of system improvement projects. The position will be the Chugach representative in dealing with customers and agencies relative to joint-use, and relocation of Chugach facilities.

Essential Functions

Relationships

Internal

External

Competencies

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has the supervisory responsibility for the design division.

Work Environment

Most of work schedule will be performed in a standard office environment. Some field trips will be required for inspection and design review in varying weather conditions. Outside meetings will be necessary. Occasional out-of-town trips and meetings may be required. Flights in fixed-wing and helicopters will occasionally be required.

Minimum Qualifications And Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline; required. Additional specialized training in electric utility design, construction, planning and accounting; preferred. Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Alaska, or ability to attain registration, preferred.

Experience

Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience, including supervisory responsibility, in electrical distribution engineering design or construction experience, required.

This experience must include design of sub-transmission or distribution substations, distribution lines and facilities, underground systems, transformer banks, and similar horizontal plants. Experience working in a union environment; preferred.

Substitution

Additional professional experience in similarly complex distribution role or related field may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Company Description

Chugach Electric Association is a member-owned cooperative, headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Anchorage itself sits at the base of the Chugach Mountains. Chugach is pleased to provide reliable, affordable power to more than 92,000 members from Anchorage to the northern Kenai Peninsula, and from Whittier on Prince William Sound to Tyonek on the west side of Cook Inlet. We service over 113,000 locations with 3,782 miles of transmission and distribution lines. We have many services that make it easy to power homes and businesses with Chugach.

A little more about us: Chugach has been around for a long time, recently celebrating 75 years! We are a stable company, in a stable industry. And while we may have stability, we are modern, sustainable and forward-thinking to ensure that we provide reliable services for generations to come. We also pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. We have several 20, 30 and 40 + year tenured employees who continue foster an inclusive, innovative corporate environment. Find your spark!

Chugach's Corporate Vision

Responsibly developing energy to build a clean, sustainable future for Alaska.

Chugach's Corporate Mission

We provide safe, reliable, and affordable electricity through superior service and sustainable practices, powering the lives of our members.

Chugach's Corporate Values

Guided by our values of safety, accountability, and sustainability, we are committed to serving our members, the community, and the Chugach team.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is a policy of Chugach Electric Association, Inc., to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, age, or any other classification protected by applicable, federal, state, or local law.

Chugach is also an affirmative action employer.

Chugach Electric does not sponsor employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of application and throughout employment. Employees must be able to provide documentation to Chugach Electric to show their identity and authorization to work.

Benefits HEALTH BENEFITS Premium & Deductible are paid for by Chugach Electric. The plan includes coverage of:

FINANCIAL SECURITY

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