chief engineer, public service commission

Introduction

The Maryland Public Service Commission is an independent agency dedicated to ensuring safe, reliable, and economical public utility services for the citizens of Maryland. We regulate public service companies that provide gas, electricity, telephone, ground transport, water, and sewerage services. Join a team of dedicated professionals committed to balancing the interests of consumers and utilities to foster a strong economy and a healthy environment for the state.

The Maryland Public Service Commission seeks a strategic leader with expertise in the management of large-scale, critical infrastructure to serve as its Chief Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for the technical regulatory oversight of Maryland's utility assets, ensuring comprehensive compliance with all state and federal safety and service regulations. A key function is serving as the Commission's lead for emergency preparedness, coordinating response and planning for events involving critical infrastructure in partnership with the Maryland Department of Emergency Management. Your expertise will be vital for guiding policy on infrastructure resilience, system planning, and cybersecurity, ensuring the long-term, reliable operation of services essential to the state's economy. As the Commission's lead technical expert, you will spearhead investigations into utility-related accidents and incidents, resolving sophisticated engineering challenges to ensure the operational integrity of essential public services.

This is a Management Service position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

GRADE

25

LOCATION OF POSITION

Public Service Commission

6 Saint Paul Street

Baltimore, MD 21202

POSITION DUTIES

Design, develop and maintain an inspection program ensuring compliance with regulations for service supplied by gas, hazardous liquid, electric, water, and sewerage companies.

Design, develop, and maintain the Commission's solar application process for renewable energy credits.

Coordinate Commission representation and response to cyber and homeland security emergencies and drills involving critical infrastructure and coordinate Commission's 24/7 response, as required, to Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) activations, drills and exercises.

Coordinate the development and timely completion of expert testimony, staff comments, (bucksheets) and the presentation of expert testimony.

Develop engineering staff positions in rate cases and other proceedings on prudency of utility spending and investment, cost benefit analysis, or other matters relating to utility operations.

Coordinate investigation of accidents/incidents.

Provide recommendations to the Commission on issues arising from the work of the Division staff, cases, or external developments.

Provide strong leadership, technical management, and administrative oversight to the Engineering Division.

Directly supervise a senior management team, including a Deputy Chief Engineer and an Assistant Chief Engineer, and provide overall leadership to an engineering division of approximately 15 employees.

Sponsor COMAR changes and provide written comments on proposed legislation.

Participate on technical and advisory boards, respond to complaints and inquiries, provide public affairs representation and mediation on behalf of the Commission and perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Six years of experience in professional engineering, of which three years must be in a management or supervisory capacity.

AND

Three years must have been in one of the following areas: Working for a public utility company or an agency that regulates public service companies. Infrastructure or facilities management in a large-scale industrial, government, or military environment. Oversight, operation, or maintenance of private, government, or industrial electric or gas systems. Ideal Candidate Profile

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelor's degree or higher in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering from an accredited university.

A Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Maryland.

Ten or more years of experience in the engineering, maintenance, and operations of large-scale infrastructure, such as electric grids or gas distribution networks.

Five years of experience providing expert testimony or detailed technical briefings in formal regulatory or legal proceedings.

A demonstrated history of success in positions of increasing responsibility.

Exceptional communication, facilitation, and collaboration skills necessary to advise senior management, lead Commission workgroups, and effectively engage with external stakeholders.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The evaluation may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

The State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Pension and retirement savings plans (401k, 457b).

• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick, and personal leave).

• Professional development opportunities.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application, resume, cover letter, and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, 301 W. Preston St., Baltimore, MD Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at or , MD TTY Relay Service

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.

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