Engineering Supervisor Power Generation

The Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB) seeks an Engineering Supervisor to lead our Generation Engineering Department. As the supervisor of a team of engineering planning and surveying staff you will lead the teams efforts to plan and implement essential work in support of ongoing operations and improvement projects at EWEBs hydroelectric and thermal power generation facilities. Working alongside operations staff and expert consultants the team plays a central role in a wide variety of projects that maintain and improve the reliability of existing and new power generation systems dams water conveyance and flow control systems fish passage systems and associated ancillary facilities. This position provides an opportunity to work with a team of talented civil mechanical electrical and project management specialists to develop creative solutions to technical environmental and regulatory challenges in a team-oriented and collaborative work environment. The Generation Engineering team frequently interacts with many other EWEB business units in multi-disciplinary efforts during both the planning and implementation phases of diverse and unique projects with long lasting this role you will be providing critical support on a daily basis towards EWEBs core mission to provide safe and reliable electric service for our community.

Candidates for the Generation Engineering Supervisor position at EWEB must demonstrate strong skills in:

• Engineering: Experience in planning design construction operation and maintenance of engineered systems. Skilled in complex problem solving.
• Power Generation: Experience in providing engineering support for existing and new power generation systems particularly hydroelectric and/or thermal power generation.
• Water Storage Conveyance and Flow Control: Familiarity with dams canals tunnels penstocks flow control gates and valves and ancillary facilities.
• Asset Management: Familiarity with the development and use of asset management tools for prioritized upkeep of major infrastructure systems.
• Regulatory Compliance: Familiarity with federal state and local laws related to power generation.
• Risk Management: Understanding of risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
• Staff Engagement: Experience setting goals distributing workload coordinating training evaluating performance and resolving conflicts.
• Communication: Professional written and verbal communication skills for project management reporting and public outreach.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The annual salary range for this position is$140482 - $187310.

The starting pay offered will be established based on multiple factors including the successful candidates job-related knowledge skills education and relevant experience as well as internal equity. Consistent with EWEBs compensation philosophy it is not customary to place individuals at the high end of the salary range at the time of hire. Compensation decisions are made holistically to support fair consistent and equitable pay practices considering the specific circumstances of each position and candidate.

EWEB values total worker health both at work and at home and provides a robust compensation & benefits package Read more about our benefits.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Equivalency: EWEB will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience when reviewing applications. Candidates who do not meet all of the minimum qualifications but whose application materials demonstrate the necessary knowledge skills and abilities to be successful in the position are encouraged to apply. We understand that valuable experience can be gained through various avenues and we value diverse experiences and unique perspectives.

Experience:Eight (8) years of progressively responsible work experience in a directly related functional field which includes four (4) years of direct supervision in a multi-functional work environment. An equivalent combination of professional senior lead or project management experience may satisfy the supervision requirement.

Education:Bachelors degree in engineering or related field.

Professional license or registration:Professional Engineer (PE) license required. Project Management Professional (PMP) certificate recommended.

Oregon driver license required:Yes
Post offer background check required: Yes

Please note: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. EWEB is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

LOCATION
This position is based inEugene Oregon and has been approved for a hybrid work arrangement. The selected candidate must live in or relocate to the state of Oregon and may be eligible for reimbursement of relocation expenses.

WHY CHOOSE EWEB
EWEB offers employees a progressive work culture devoted to providing excellent public service. Our employees work in a fast-paced environment where creativity innovation involvement teamwork and professional development are supported and encouraged. EWEB is committed to providing a work environment conducive to the safety health and well-being of its workforce and offers great benefits including health care vacation and sick leave pension holidays wellness programs an employee credit union and more.

As a public utility we do not operate to earn a profit or to serve the investment needs of stockholders. Instead EWEB is chartered by the City of Eugene to serve the interests of its citizens. We are owned by the people of Eugene and its our job to provide reliable affordable water and electricity for our customers.

WHY CHOOSE EUGENE
Its a city big enough to boast excellent restaurants arts and events but small enough to still feel like a community. Its also easy to get out of town making it an ideal place for lovers of outdoor activities with world-class opportunities for fishing rafting bicycling hiking and camping.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
EWEB takes pride in our commitment to diversity and inclusion among our employees. We embrace and value differences of culture education experience physical ability and unique perspectives in our workplace. Attracting retaining and advancing talent from all sources strengthens our bond with the multifaceted community we serve.

TOBACCO SMOKE AND VAPOR-FREE CAMPUS POLICY
EWEB fosters an environment promoting good health for both employees and the public. We want to enhance the quality of air appearance and employee health in and around EWEB facilities and equipment. Employees contractors volunteers and visitors may not use distribute or sell tobacco.

Note: This job posting is intended to represent key areas of responsibility. It is not meant to be all inclusive and does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned.

Required Experience:

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