Engineering Manager

Our client in North Idaho is currently hiring for an Engineering Manager. This position is an on-site leadership opportunity responsible for overseeing utility engineering operations, distribution system planning, SCADA/ADMS programs, grid modernization initiatives, and engineering team development. This role requires extensive utility industry experience, a Professional Engineer (PE) license, and proven engineering leadership experience.

Pay: $129,497 - $180,000 annually

Location: Sandpoint, ID (On-Site)

Schedule: Standard Monday-Friday (40+ hours per week)

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of engineers, drafters, project coordinators, and dispatch personnel

Provide technical oversight for Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS), SCADA operations, and distribution system reliability programs

Manage capital improvement programs, capital budgets, and system work prioritization plans

Support short-term and long-range electrical distribution system planning initiatives

Oversee maintenance, inspection, and service schedules for utility assets and infrastructure

Direct grid modernization, automation, and smart grid implementation projects

Monitor power system performance, power quality, reliability metrics, and operational improvements

Support utility dispatch operations, switching activities, and system operations coordination

Ensure compliance with utility standards, regulatory requirements, and operational procedures

Contribute to wildfire mitigation programs, resiliency planning, and reliability enhancement initiatives

Drive continuous improvement efforts through technology adoption and operational efficiencies

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support generation facilities and distribution operations

Qualification Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (power systems emphasis preferred)

Professional Engineer (PE) License required with ability to obtain licensure in Idaho and Washington if needed

8+ years of experience supporting electrical distribution systems within the utility industry

5+ years of engineering management experience leading technical utility teams

Strong experience with power distribution, transmission, and substation engineering operations

Experience managing capital budgets and work prioritization programs

Experience overseeing maintenance and service scheduling activities

Hands-on experience with SCADA systems and Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS)

Knowledge of power system operations, dispatch support, switching procedures, and reliability programs

Experience with smart grid technologies, automation initiatives, and grid modernization programs

Understanding of utility regulatory compliance, power quality standards, and wildfire mitigation strategies

Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills

Disqualifiers

No Professional Engineer (PE) license

Limited utility industry experience supporting electrical distribution systems

No engineering leadership or people management experience

No experience with SCADA or ADMS platforms

No experience managing capital projects, budgets, or utility planning initiatives

Less than 8 years of relevant utility engineering experience

Employee Value Proposition

Leadership opportunity with a well-established utility organization serving local communities

Opportunity to lead critical grid modernization, reliability, resiliency, and automation initiatives

Direct influence on long-term utility planning and infrastructure investment strategies

Manage and develop a collaborative team of engineers, drafters, and project coordinators

Exposure to advanced utility technologies including SCADA, ADMS, smart grid, and automation solutions

Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits offerings

Stable, long-term career opportunity with significant leadership impact and visibility within the organization

This is a Permanent position based out of Coeur d'Alene, ID.

The pay range for this position is $129497.00 - $180000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits - Medical, dental, vision offered 1st of month after hire date. HDHP with HSA contribution equal to the plan's deductible. Life insurance and disability insurance also offered. 2 retirement plans. One is a pension plan, eligible after 1 year of service, fully funded by the company. Eligible for 2% base 401k contribution and up to 5% match (total 7% employer contribution) after 1 year of employment.

This is a fully onsite position in Coeur d'Alene,ID.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.

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