Engineering Program Manager

Join us in building a better future for our community!

Salary Range $74,513 - $88,000 (DOE)

Posting Date Wednesday January 29th - Until Filled (First review February 7th)

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving innovation and process improvement? Do you excel at project management, cross-departmental collaboration, and data-driven decision-making? If so, we invite you to apply for the Engineering Program Manager.

Why Join Us?

As the Engineering Program Manager, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing operations, managing key initiatives, and fostering collaboration across the Engineering Department and beyond. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate on strategic projects, track budgets, streamline processes, and engage with both internal teams and external stakeholders. At Trico, we are driven by innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence. This role offers a dynamic work environment where you can lead impactful initiatives, drive efficiency, and contribute to the future of energy distribution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Track and report on Construction Work Plan (CWP) project status, manage budgets, and maintain a 12-month cash flow analysis for Engineering projects.
• Establish systems for weekly updates on open work orders, ensuring alignment with accounting and leadership teams.
• Utilize tools like Brillit to develop dashboards, track performance metrics, and drive data-driven decision-making.
• Assist in crafting and updating the Engineering Department’s annual Business Plan and ensure alignment with financial goals.
• Represent Trico Engineering at public events, educational initiatives, job fairs, and training programs, strengthening community relationships and brand awareness.

Minimum Qualifications

• • Bachelor’s degree in a related field with at least one year of program management experience,
    • or seven years of direct experience in engineering/design within an electric distribution utility.
  • Familiarity with National Electric Safety Code (NESC), OSHA, and other federal/state/local regulations.
  • Understanding of budgeting and accounting principles to track spending and financial planning.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and experience with data analytics tools.
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed and travel for meetings, conferences, and recruitment events.

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Why work at Trico

Trico Electric Cooperative is a member-owned, not-for-profit, distribution cooperative headquartered in Marana, Arizona. We service more than 50,000 Members in rural areas surrounding the City of Tucson across three counties in southern Arizona. Trico is dedicated to making a difference in the communities we serve by providing our Members cost-effective and sustainable energy solutions. In our pursuit of excellence, Trico seeks innovative ways to enhance utility services, ensuring they align with the dynamic needs of our communities. We understand the importance of staying ahead of the curve and are dedicated to exploring cutting-edge solutions that redefine the provision of critical resources. Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated employees of our company who demonstrate Trico’s Core Values of: Service, Dependability, Innovation, and Integrity.

Employee Benefits

Trico’s success is rooted in our employees’ talent, well-being, health, and safety. As an electric cooperative and utility, our role in the community is vital, and we recognize the value of a high-achieving and diverse workforce to serve our Members.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their families and enhance their well-being. We recognize that to effectively serve our Members and the communities in which we live, our employees must feel engaged, supported, and valued. In addition to competitive pay, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:

• Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• MTO/Catastrophic Leave
• 88 hours of Holiday pay
• Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
• Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

At Trico, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Together, we create an inclusive workplace where we hold ourselves and each other accountable to demonstrate our values and principles, where our employees are empowered to be the best they can be. Our diversity and inclusion efforts strengthen Trico’s workforce, produces strong strategic decisions, and help us deliver reliable service to our members. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.