What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mgr, Engineering position at Lower Colorado River Authority?
FT/PT: Full-time
Regular/Project/Seasonal: Regular
Location: Austin, TX 78744
City: Austin
State: Texas
Categories: Engineering, Hybrid
Join our team at Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) as a Manager of Transmission Interconnections Services in our Transmission Planning department. We are a service-oriented organization that strives to enhance the quality of life of the Texans with a vision to be the public utility that sets the standard for excellence. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to lead a team of engineers who support and facilitate the interconnection of new power generation and large load projects to the grid.
You will be trusted to:
- Lead and manage LCRA TSC's load and generation interconnection queue, ensuring a flawless process from start to finish
- Coach, and mentor power system engineers who perform Interconnection Studies in compliance with ERCOT and NERC reliability standards
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of ERCOT and NERC reliability standards, interconnection rules and regulations, and modeling practices.
- Collaborate closely with internal transmission planning, engineering, and project management teams to successfully implement interconnection projects
- Create detailed reports and summaries of technical findings to facilitate effective communication within the organization.
- Take on other duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success of the department and the organization
You qualify with:
- Twelve years of experience in engineering including experience providing leadership in engineering or other relevant experience. A degree(s) in math, computer science, engineering, or related field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
- Driver’s license
You are a great fit with:
- A valid Professional Engineer license in the State of Texas,
- Working knowledge of power systems software packages such as PSSE, TARA, and PSCAD, enabling you to effectively analyze and model complex systems
- Experience integrating large loads, such as data centers and crypto mining centers, as well as distributed energy resources, showcasing your ambition and ability to tackle diverse challenges
- Familiarity with IBR modeling and related issues, allowing you to contribute valuable insights to the team
You gain:
- Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance
- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
- 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option
- Life and disability insurance
- Wellness program including wellness incentive
- Extensive learning & development programs
And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Applications close: 4/07/2025 Central Daylight Time
Job Type: Full-time
