Electrical Engineering Manager

DREMC is seeking an Electrical Engineering Manager.

BE A PART OF POWERING MIDDLE TENNESSEE!

Be a part of powering Middle Tennessee! Duck River Electric Membership Corporation (DREMC) is a member-owned electric cooperative, serving an area of approximately 2,500 square miles across 17 counties in southern middle Tennessee. Our amazing team at DREMC distributes safe and reliable electricity at the lowest possible cost, promotes and facilitates economic development, and enhances the quality of life over 85,000 members across 6,500 miles of line.

• Shelbyville, TN (partial remote work opportunities after 6 months)

The Electrical Engineering Manager leads the engineering department in planning, designing, and implementing projects to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective electric service to the members of Duck River Electric Membership Corporation (DREMC). This position is responsible for supervising engineering staff, managing substation, distribution, and system improvement projects, performing system studies, and aligning engineering practices with cooperative goals. The Electrical Engineering Manager serves as a key technical expert and ensures compliance with applicable codes, safety standards, and regulations.

Directly supervises engineers and technical personnel involved in system planning, design, protection, and support. Coordinates closely with operations, safety, and IT departments to ensure engineering work supports field operations and strategic initiatives. Oversees the preparation of work plans, technical studies, feasibility assessments, and system impact analyses. Promotes a safety-first culture by ensuring all engineering activities support DREMC’s safety goals and standards.

Supports DREMC efforts with the State of Tennessee, the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), National Electrical Safety Code, auditors, builders, members, and consultants, as necessary. Coordinates and collaborates with the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), contractors, vendors, consultants, and regulatory bodies. Ensures timely responses to external inquiries from members, developers, builders, and governmental agencies. Represents DREMC in technical discussions and planning efforts with peer cooperatives, municipalities, and stakeholders.