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Electric Engineering Manager

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City of New Bern

New Bern, NC (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 2 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/15/2026

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Job Description

Performs intermediate management and difficult professional and administrative work in the development, design, and operation of electrical engineering projects; does related work as required. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Utilities. Extensive management and supervision is exercised over the Staff Engineer, Electrical Engineer Technician(s) and GIS Technician(s). Developing long range plans; estimating project costs; preparing plans and specifications; inspecting work; conducting research; developing training programs. (The following tasks are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.) Develops long range plans of department; estimates project cost; prepares lists of construction materials for purchasing and gives advice on construction projects. Manages and Supervises the Staff Engineer, Electrical Engineer Technician and GIS Technician. Mentors and facilitates the succession planning within the division. Develops training program for the department. Makes surveys and studies based on economic engineering practices in order to prepare plans for proposed construction projects. Coordinates with other utility and City engineering personnel to avoid conflicts of utilities construction projects with other services. Drafts specifications for equipment and materials used in construction, maintenance, and operation of electrical system. Makes on-site inspections of work to ensure compliance with plans. Performs related tasks as required. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of electrical engineering; thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of electric distribution systems; ability to prepare, review and interpret engineering plans and specifications; ability to conduct research projects; skill in the use of various electrical engineering instruments; ability to calculate stresses and deflections in structures; ability to prepare technical reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in electrical engineering or related field and considerable experience in electrical engineering.
Special Requirements:
Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS ARE REQUIRED ON FINAL INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATE
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