Technical Engineering Manager

Work location preferred in Butte, is negotiable in Billings, Bozeman, Great Falls, Helena or Missoula

Qualifications Include

- Bachelor Degree in Engineering

- A minimum of three years of responsible leadership experiences; prior experience in management or supervisory positions preferred

- P.E. License or ability preferred (within one year)

- Knowledge of the functions, operation and mission of the gas/electric distribution system

- Strong leadership skills including interpersonal communication skills

- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a department and department staff members.

- Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment.

- Evidence of the ability to practice a high level of confidentiality.

- Excellent organizational management skills.

- Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record

- Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reduction, and system enhancements in utility operations

- Implement and promote the adoption of best practices, including the use of new technologies to improve utility services.

- In-depth knowledge of utility engineering principles, including regulatory standards, safety protocols, and best practices.

- Strong project management skills, with experience in delivering projects on time and within budget

- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

- Proficiency in engineering software, design tools, and project management software.

- Analyzes data for trends to identify future requirements for the gas/electric systems

- Responsible for 1, 3 and 10 years capital and operations infrastructure requirements and work closely with finance to identify the impacts of the funding requirements

- Required to monitor future changes in codes and standards and ensure the integration of these changes into our long term planning process

- Responsible for Distribution Grid Modernization

Duties Include

- All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics

- Ensure self and others actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives

- Demonstrates leadership consistent with NorthWestern Energy's code, values, policies, processes and controls

- Utilizes effective management practices to maintain employee engagement and productivity

- Effectively manages budget, ensuring proper cost controls

- Leads special projects as required utilizing effective change and project management techniques

- Effectively manages budget, ensuring proper cost controls

- Leads special projects as required utilizing effective change and project management techniques

- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers and technical staff in the utility engineering department

- Provide technical guidance and support to team members across the design, implementation, and maintenance of utility systems

- Conduct performance reviews, establish goals, and foster professional development within the team

- Plan, organize, and oversee utility engineering initiatives, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and specifications

- Ensure initiatives meet regulatory requirements, technical standards, and quality expectations

- Allocate resources effectively to meet initiatives milestones and objectives

- Manage the coordination of utility infrastructure design, installation, testing, and commissioning

- Monitor the progress of multiple initiatives and address any issues that may arise

- Provide technical oversight for the design, maintenance, and optimization of utility systems, including power distribution, and gas networks

- Lead efforts to evaluate and adopt new technologies to enhance the efficiency, sustainability, and safety of utility systems

- Ensure that all engineering solutions meet safet , environmental, and industry standards

- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to utility systems

- Collaborate with other departments (operations, maintenance, planning, etc.) to ensure seamless integration of utility systems with other infrastructure projects

- Coordinate with external vendors, contractors, regulatory bodies, and utility providers

- Communicate technical details and progress reports to senior management and key stakeholders

- Serve as a primary point of contact for technical inquiries related to utility engineering

- Ensure that all engineering activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations

- Keep abreast of changes in utility regulations and industry standards, ensuring that the company remains compliant

- Prepare and submit necessary documentation for permitting, inspections, and regulatory reviews

- Enforce safety protocols and industry best practices within the engineering team and across utility operations

- Lead risk management initiatives, identifying potential hazards and implementing measures to mitigate risks

- Monitor the safety of utility systems and take action to correct unsafe conditions

- Manage budgets for utility engineering projects, ensuring efficient use of resources and cost control

- Provide detailed financial forecasts and progress reports to senior leadership

- Optimize resource allocation to ensure timely and efficient project delivery

- Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reduction, and system enhancements in utility operations

- Implement and promote the adoption of best practices, including the use of new technologies to improve utility services

Full-time position.

$117,600 to $190,000 per year, depending on experience. Benefits include: 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%; healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents; Health Savings Account (HSA); healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA); Employee Assistance Program (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents); Life Insurance (company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available); tuition reimbursement; competitive pay (scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities); paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities; paid training opportunities; paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays.

Open through September 16, 2025.

Apply online at: https://northwesternenergy.applicantpro.com/jobs/3847462