ENGINEERING AND TECHNICAL SERVICES MANAGER in Billings

Job Description

DENGINEERING AND TECHNICAL SERVICES MANAGER

THIS POSITION REQUIRES EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE MANAGING ENGINEERING TEAMS IN POWER GENERATION

LOCATION: SE MONTANA

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for engineering excellence and team development? A dynamic opportunity awaits to lead the engineering and technical services function within a high-performing power infrastructure team dedicated to delivering safe, reliable, and efficient energy operations.

In this role, you’ll oversee a team of skilled engineers and technical experts. You’ll be responsible for providing technical leadership, managing key projects, driving compliance with industry and regulatory standards, and aligning engineering initiatives with long-term strategic goals. Our company produces and sells electricity, capacity and ancillary services in wholesale power markets and promotes an inclusive, diverse and respectful workplace for all.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Guide and mentor a multidisciplinary engineering team (mechanical, civil, electrical, I&C), fostering a culture of growth and high performance.
• Translate plant-wide objectives into actionable engineering plans that support reliability, safety, and compliance.
• Set departmental goals, track KPIs, and champion continuous improvement initiatives.

Technical & Project Oversight

• Deliver expert technical guidance to operations, maintenance, and project teams.
• Oversee engineering input for capital projects, long-term planning, cost estimation, and system modifications.
• Ensure timely and budget-conscious delivery of station modifications and capital improvements.

Operational Excellence

• Maintain and update engineering standards and protocols to support operational reliability and regulatory alignment.
• Track project schedules and implement corrective measures as needed.
• Lead root cause investigations and reliability improvement initiatives.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact between plant leadership, external consultants, and regulatory entities.
• Work closely with senior leadership to ensure engineering activities align with broader business priorities.
• Participate in industry forums and contribute to the development of technical standards.

Financial Stewardship

• Manage significant engineering and construction budgets with an emphasis on cost control and return on investment.
• Support capital investment planning and financial justification processes.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing engineering teams in power generation or industrial settings.
• Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.
• Proven track record of managing complex technical projects from concept through execution.
• Deep understanding of engineering principles, industry regulations, and best practices.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or related discipline); advanced degree or PE license preferred.

Team Environment We prioritize safety, efficiency, and collaboration. Our inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace values innovation, integrity, and teamwork.

Benefits Package All corporate-based roles come with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits offering:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and vacation benefits

Salary Range: $175,000 to $200,000 +

20% Bonus structure

Full Relocation package provided

Generous PTO package

All qualified and interested applicants should submit their resumes to Linda Powell at:  linda.powell@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.