Supervisor, Performance Engineering | Hiring Salary Range: $114,900 - 172,400 (Hybrid - La Crosse, WI)

Job Description SUPERVISOR, PERFORMANCE ENGINEERING & QUALITY ASSURANCE (Hybrid - La Crosse, WI) Hiring Salary Range: $114,900.00 - 172,400.00 USD Compensation is determined by a combination of factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, and certifications. The actual offer may vary, reflecting the candidate's unique blend of experience, educational background, and skill level.

The Supervisor, Performance Engineering & Quality Assurance is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and administration of plant performance monitoring and testing programs, providing technical and administrative leadership for major maintenance projects and plant engineering services across the system. Manage the safe execution and continuous improvement of Dairyland Power Cooperative’s Quality Assurance (QA) programs. Ensure QA and performance engineering programs are carried out to the highest standards of quality and safety in the engineering, construction, and maintenance of generation and transmission facilities.

- Coordinate initiatives to enhance the economical and reliable performance of power production equipment and systems. Develop and implement programs focused on improving plant performance, with an emphasis on heat rate training, awareness, and maximizing generating station reliability and availability.

- Manage activities related to the creation and upkeep of a plant performance database. Ensure the accuracy and completeness of data used for internal reporting and submissions to external agencies (e.g., GADS, DOE).

- Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of analytical software programs to track, evaluate, and report on plant performance, transmission equipment, and equipment maintenance or design issues.

- Oversee the planning, development, and execution of engineered capital projects and specialized maintenance initiatives aimed at improving plant and transmission equipment reliability. Supervise in-house staff, external consultants, and suppliers as needed. Conduct engineering studies, prepare cost estimates, and prepare department budget planning.

- Develop and manage predictive maintenance programs leveraging techniques such as vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis, and more. Provide expertise in established programs related to welding, R-stamp certification, non-destructive evaluation (NDE), and boiler tube failure (BTF) prevention.

- Ensure the department delivers technical support and guidance to power plant and transmission operations teams regarding quality assurance activities and program effectiveness

- Responsible for the development and execution of routine inspections, specialized audits, and compliance reviews to ensure adherence to established programs, standards, and procedures.

- Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

: Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences is required, preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, or a closely related discipline. A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in power plant operations, transmission or substation engineering, utility maintenance, or performance-related activities is essential.

Professional Engineering (PE) license is preferred.

- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through verbal, written, and interpersonal methods with individuals across all levels of the organization, as well as external stakeholders.

- Proven expertise in managing multiple priorities and complex projects while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.

- Robust leadership skills with the ability to manage organizational change, resolve conflicts, make informed decisions, mentor team members, and efficiently oversee resources.

- Thorough understanding of safe power plant operations or safe transmission line and substation field construction practices and techniques.

Physical Demands

: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.