Electric Production Engineering Supervisor

Reports to: Electric Production Superintendent

Job Summary: This position is responsible for supervising and monitoring the performance of engineering and Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) in the Electric Production department. This position also performs project management, performance studies, and other tasks related to the operation of electric production equipment.

Essential Duties

•      Ensure engineering and I&C activities are performed in compliance with all applicable state and federal guidelines, operating permits, and standards.

•      Supervise engineering and I&C personnel, fostering a collaborative environment through task assignment, technical support, training, and professional development.

•      Oversee the performance of preventative and predictive maintenance of electrical, instrumentation, environmental monitoring, and controls system equipment in alignment with Electric Production's Asset Management Program.

•      Review and approve work orders, equipment histories, requisitions and other records to ensure accurate accounting of labor and materials.

•      Collaborate with the operations and maintenance teams to prioritize and implement critical equipment repairs and reliability improvements.

•      Assist in the development of records and reports required by regulatory agencies and HBPW operations.

•      Prepare annual engineering and I&C budgets in coordination with the Superintendent and oversee financial performance.

•      Negotiate and manage contracts for one-off projects as well as long-term services.

•      Oversee the Engineering Change Management process and technical documentation storage within the department.

•      Oversee the business risk evaluations of Electric Production department assets.

•      Assist the Superintendent in the development and implementation of annual capital improvement budget.

•      Ensure safety programs and training are implemented by the engineering and I&C team as necessary to meet regulatory requirements and the goals of the department and organization.

•      Serve as a backup to the Superintendent and others within the Department.

•      Perform all other tasks as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

•      Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited school (preferably in mechanical, electrical, controls, or chemical), or equivalent education and experience.

•      At least four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience involving engineering in a manufacturing, production, or utility setting.

•      Interpersonal skills necessary to manage the activities of a diverse team and to foster positive and collaborative interactions with colleagues, vendors, customers, and stakeholders.

•      Proficiency in servant leadership principles, fostering a culture of collaboration and support.

•      Skill in communicating technical information and providing technical instruction to team members. 

•      Ability to read and understand detailed drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.

•      Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

•      Effective workplace skills as demonstrated through WorkKeys assessments (Workplace Documents – 5, Applied Math – 5, Graphic Literacy – 5).

•      Prior supervisory experience in a manufacturing, production, or utility setting.

•      Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of operating an electric production facility.

•      Experience/familiarity with Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) and/or Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

•      Experience/familiarity with P&IDs, electrical schematics, ladder logic, process controls, and PID Controllers.

•      Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft 365 applications (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, etc.).

Certification Requirements

•    No certifications are required for this position. However, certification as a Professional Engineer in the State of Michigan and/or as a Project Management Professional (PMP) is preferred.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

•      Periodic exposure to environmental hazards associated with electrical, mechanical and/or power equipment.

•      Exposure to extreme hot or cold weather.

•      Mental ability to work on projects requiring concentration and attention to detail with frequent disruptions.

Additional Considerations

•      This position is covered by the HBPW Anti-Drug and Alcohol Misuse Prevention Plan (PHMSA).

•      Successful applicant must authorize HBPW to contact former employers for PHMSA-relevant information.  

Employment will be contingent upon favorable results of a background check, pre-employment physical and drug screening. Given our safety-sensitive industry, our workplace is alcohol and drug free (including marijuana and THC items).

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties assigned to or required of this position.