Engineering Manager

Consolidated Cooperative, a member-owned organization celebrating 90 years of enhancing the quality of life for our members and communities in Central Ohio, is seeking an experienced and collaborative Engineering Manager to lead the planning, design, and reliability of our electric distribution and telecommunications systems while developing a high-performing engineering team. This role combines technical expertise, leadership, and collaboration to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective service for our members.

As Engineering Manager, you will guide a team of engineering professionals, oversee critical infrastructure initiatives, and work closely with operational leaders. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while supporting a culture grounded in safety, integrity, accountability, and service

What You'll Do

• Lead, coach, and develop engineering employees while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and engagement.
• Oversee engineering operations including system planning, infrastructure design, staking activities, construction work plans, and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with operations, fiber, member engagement, and others to deliver projects, improve system reliability, and support strategic initiatives.
• Aid in the development, maintenance, and operation of engineering systems, including GIS, AMI, and SCADA, while supporting outage restoration and infrastructure improvements.
• Assist with budgeting, contract development, bid evaluations, and long-term planning for electric and telecommunications facilities.
• Maintain records for joint use and PCB transformer test data and disposal.

What We're Seeking

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline. Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferred.
• Five or more years of progressively responsible engineering experience, preferably within an electric utility environment.
• Prior supervisory experience is preferred.
• Effective communication, planning, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• A leadership style grounded in integrity, accountability, emotional intelligence, and service.
• Proficiency Microsoft Office applications and business technologies.

Why Join Us

At Consolidated Cooperative, you'll join an organization with a strong legacy, a purpose-driven mission, and a commitment to serving our members and communities. As Engineering Manager, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day while leading projects that strengthen the communities we serve and working alongside a team committed to safety, integrity, service, and innovation.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your growth and well-being including:

• Paid personal, vacation, holiday & sick leave.
• 401(k) with up to 7% co-op contribution plus a defined retirement plan (co-op funded).
• Dental, Vision, Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance paid for employee; Medical available at minimal cost.
• Education/development opportunities & more!

We offer a supportive environment, opportunities to grow your skills, and meaningful work that makes a difference every day. This position will work from both our Mount Gilead and Delaware, OH offices.

Applications will be accepted through October 30, 2026.

Consolidated is a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon the completion and our evaluation of a drug screening test and a criminal background check in accordance with company policies and applicable laws and regulations. Consolidated is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Consolidated Cooperative's mission is to serve alongside our members and communities in ways that empower them to thrive and prosper. Our primary role is to safely provide high-value energy and communications services in fiscally and environmentally responsible ways.