Manager Planning Engineering

Cobb EMC has an exciting opportunity for a Manager, Engineering & Planning

to lead the development and maintenance of a cost-effective, reliable electrical distribution system by developing and overseeing construction work plans, coordinating the deployment of system protection and operational technologies, and the coordination of construction and maintenance projects. This role is responsible for driving innovation and shaping a forward-thinking vision to ensure system reliability that meets future demands. Additionally, it focuses on enhancing, developing, and implementing process improvement procedures and standards to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm *Hybrid: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote

Benefits:

To learn more about Cobb EMC visit our website at www.cobbemc.com

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s

Degree in Engineering

Minimum

7 years of experience with electrical distribution system design.

Knowledge

of RUS Engineering construction specifications.

Knowledge

of National Electric Safety Codes

Previous

experience with power distribution analysis software

Previous

experience with Pole Line Design software such as Pole Foreman, O’Calc etc.

Demonstrated

knowledge of load flow analysis, setting up TCC curves in software such as CYMTCC, ETAP, MILSOFT, etc.

Certified

as an Engineer in Training (EIT)

Obtain

Professional Engineer (PE) licensure within four years of hire

Previous

supervisory experience.

Previous

project management and construction workplan implementation experience.

Previous

experience in budgeting, directing programs with frequent interpersonal contact, and measuring program results.

Knowledge

of NESC and local electric codes, retail rate schedules and structures, and corporate policies and procedures.

SKILLS:

Excellent

oral and written communication skills.

Excellent

interpersonal skills.

Excellent

organization and planning skills

Excellent

presentation and public speaking skills.

Ability

to rapidly acquire a thorough knowledge of corporate construction specifications and procedures.

Ability

to use data analytical skills and tools, such as Power BI, Power-Automation and Power Apps.

Ability

to analyze and operate a GIS, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), OMS, MDM & AMI

Ability

to use ESRI products, MicroStation, and AutoCAD designing tools

Possess

valid Georgia driver’s license.

Possess

an Integrated Transmission System (ITS) Access Only Certificate

PREFERRED:

Knowledge

of CIS, GIS and Work Management Systems

Demonstrated knowledge of data analysis, Power BI

Registered

Professional Engineer (PE)

What you will be doing:

Distribution System Design and Staking

the distribution system is designed and staked in accordance with corporate and NESC specifications.

knowledge of Pole and Line design software such as pole Foreman, O’Calc etc.

engineers are kept abreast of the latest developments in GIS, CIS, WMS, GPS, Surveying and design tools

Engineering personnel, resources, and materials.

and communicate current knowledge of changes, procedures, and improvements impacting system design.

appropriate right-of-way acquisitions.

accurate preparation of fault current calculations for members, as requested.

accurate cost estimates for facility relocations and required commercial deposits are obtained.

all joint use contracts are maintained and properly followed

Electric Material and Devices

as the Chairperson of the Construction Specification Committee.

that the Construction Specification Book / Manual is kept up to date.

that the Material Specifications are kept up to date.

with operations to explore new devices, switchgears, cables, conductors, and poles.

System Protection & Coordination

system protection & coordination schemes are effective.

relay database files and templates are up to date and effectively organized in SEL’s BlueFrame.

protection settings with Time Current Curves (TCC) for protection devices are timely available.

with Apparatus and SCADA teams to map SCADA Points from filed devices and RTAC.

system protection and ARC Flash system studies

.

System Planning

effective short- and long-range engineering construction work plans.

system engineering studies to complete planning reports.

system configuration, bus data, and load growth data is up to date.

load flow and effective capacitor studies.

the system is optimized to minimize line losses and outage time.

short circuit and flicker calculations and assist staking engineers in sizing transformers.

technical assistance and support to Engineering personnel

substation construction with GTC and Cobb EMC.

developing innovative ways to implement self-healing and automatic throw-over schemes

Analysis & Quality Control

workorders and as-builts are effectively tracked and processed.

data synchronizations among the systems.

GTC’s DCOS study and optimize the load balancing to minimize the DCOS.

with Power Control to ensure effective peak shaving to minimize Transmission Capacity charges.

RUS 219 report with corresponding construction work plans.

effective and accurate reliability data is available for benchmark studies.

Budget and Construction Work Plan

the departmental annual budget and construction work plan.

effective material forecast.

workorders are effectively tracked and resolve any pending workorder issues.

estimates and actual expenditures per workorder and per workplan codes.

with the accounting department for an effective and accurate expenditure forecast related to construction work plan codes.

Process Improvements

the implementation and coordination of process improvements for the Electric Operations Division.

processes and workflows that maximize efficiency and comply with regulatory and audit requirements.

the processes and tools for risk assessment and benefits analysis.

work with project stakeholders to ensure engagement, effective communication and to meet project deadlines.

and plan for process integration opportunities that support business objectives.

Member Inquiries

that customer inquiries are promptly, courteously, and professionally addressed.

inquiries forwarded to higher management for final decision, approval, or response.

and recommend solutions to all customer complaints.

Supervision

all aspects of employment for subordinate staff, including hiring, promotion, training, and termination.

document actions in employment issues.

and direct learning through direct involvement and reinforcement.

and manage daily workload and schedules.

performance and conduct performance planning and review sessions.