Transmission Planning Engineering Manager

POSTING DEADLINE

This position is posted until filled.

DEPARTMENT

Department:
Transmission/Distribution Planning & Contracts

JOB DESCRIPTION

Transmission Planning Engineering Manager

Salary; DOE

Summary:

Manages an engineering team comprised of highly specialized transmission planning engineers. Analyzes and makes recommendations regarding the state-wide operation and expansion of the short-term and long-term electric transmission system. Defines the requirements of the transmission system to ensure compliance with appropriate reliability, operating, and planning criteria. Oversees preparation of the NERC-required ten-year planning documentation, capital budget, and business justifications for upgrades and/or additions to the transmission system pursuant to PNM's Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT).

Represents the company with state and regional entities, other utilities, government agencies, and private industry.

• Analyzes the requirements of the short-term and long-term transmission system and capital budget
• Performs analysis and makes recommendations regarding the level and types of inter-utility transactions and regional operations
• Evaluates transmission system improvements related to load growth, generator interconnections, and tariff and non-tariff transmission service studies
• Prepares all internal and external justification involving the company’s electric transmission expansion plans and associated operating data
• Analyzes and defines system transfer capabilities on the company’s system and the systems of surrounding utilities, specifying design and performance criteria for the future generating system
• Manages the development, monitoring, and documentation of compliance related activities related to transmission system facilities planning
• Plans, organizes, budgets, and directs the activities necessary to accomplish department goals and objectives; develops and maintains department charter
• Participates, supports, and reviews all retail regulatory filings and associated data preparation for consistency, accuracy, and reasonableness of results
• Provides research, data, and expert testimony on company’s transmission planning and improvement activities for regulatory filings and/or responses, as needed

• In depth knowledge of engineering principles and economic analyses
• Demonstrated understanding of theoretical engineering concepts related to utility operations and practices
• Working knowledge of the regulatory framework and general business practices
• Knowledge, understanding, and commitment to express and implement the company’s vision and goals
• Knowledge and understanding of company budgets and relationships with other departments
• Technical and engineering skills to execute the specific functions of the department
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment
• Highly motivated team player with strong leadership skills

Minimum Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline with seven to nine years of related engineering experience in an electric utility and at least two years of experience in system planning, including two years of management experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience to the discipline.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Registration as a Professional Engineer is preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Hires, trains, evaluates, rewards, and terminates employees. Designs, organizes, prioritizes, schedules, and leads work assignments. Fosters good working relationships with various groups.

Communication Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory. Ability to work with concepts such as limits, rings, quadratic and differential equations, and proofs theorems.

Computer Skills

Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and…