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    "heading": "About Lea County Electric Cooperative Established in 1949, Lea County Electric Cooperative in headquartered in Lovington, New Mexico.  The cooperative plays a vital role in powering communities across Southeast New Mexico and West Texas, encompassing portions of Chaves, Eddy, and Lea Counties in New Mexico, as well as Cochran, Gaines, and Yoakum Counties in Texas. Our dedicated team of nine trustees, in collaboration with our skilled management and workforce, has successfully navigated through periods of change and expansion.\n Key Statistics about LCEC 230 MW system peak 1.4+ billion kWh annual sales Over 4,300 miles of energized line 53 owned substations, switch stations and transmission interchange stations 70 MW renewable portfolio $100M+ annual revenue $300M+ total utility plant Full transmission and distribution operations Central operations hub with multiple satellite locations\n The cooperative has a full requirements contract with its G & T - Western Farmers Electric Cooperative located in Anadarko, Oklahoma.\n Key Responsibilities\n System Analysis and Strategy Lead engineering efforts to improve reliability, safety, efficiency, and long-term performance of the electric distribution system Design and implement a four-year maintenance and construction plan to optimize system operations. Conduct and oversee system analysis, load forecasting, and infrastructure planning Evaluate future capital investments and engineering priorities that align with cooperative objectives System Studies & Technical Oversight Oversee studies on voltage regulation, arc flash safety, and system coordination to enhance network performance Partner with the engineering team to analyze load flow, short circuit scenarios, and protective relaying schemes. Ensure sound engineering design and technical decision-making across distribution projects Maintain strong working knowledge of regulatory and industry requirements impacting engineering operations\n Project & Infrastructure Delivery Support development and execution of maintenance, construction, and capital improvement plans Partner with operations and construction teams to ensure engineering standards are maintained Improve engineering processes, documentation, and project coordination Monitor system demands and identify infrastructure upgrades needed for future growth Leadership & Team Development Lead, mentor, and develop engineering staff, including early-career engineers Build internal technical depth and support succession planning efforts Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement Promote strong communication and effective teamwork across departments Encourage innovation, initiative, and sound problem-solving Provide engineering insight and recommendations to leadership The Ideal Candidate\n The successful candidate will be a strong engineering leader who combines technical expertise with practical leadership experience. This individual should be highly collaborative, accountable, and capable of balancing long-term strategic thinking with day-to-day execution.\n The ideal candidate will bring: Strong knowledge of electric utility engineering and infrastructure systems Experience in distribution engineering, system studies, and power flow analysis A commitment to safety, integrity, and operational excellence Demostrated accountability and dependability Strong interpersonal communication and team-building skills Ability to mentor, coach, and develop engineering talent Comfortable taking initiative to get results A practical, solutions-oriented mindset with sound decision-making ability Appreciation for cooperative values and member-focused service\n Experience and Expertise\n Required Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or closely related engineering field Minimum 5 years of leadership experience Minimum 5 years of electric utility experience Experience with system studies, load flow analysis, and technical engineering oversight Demonstrated ability to lead teams and develop employees Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills Valid New Mexico driver’s license (or ability to obtain) and compliance with drug testing policies Ability to reside within a 30-minute commute of LCEC headquarters\n Preferred Electric cooperative, municipal, or public power utility experience Professional Engineer (PE) license (or ability to obtain) Experience with RUS standards and electric cooperative operations Familiarity with NERC\\/FERC regulations, FEMA Reconstruction Funding Experience in Southwest Power Pool (SPP) or similar regional market environments Advanced degree (MBA or related field) NRECA Management Internship Program (MIP) graduate Familiarity with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) systems or similar technologies Our Location  With a population of around 11,000, Lovington offers the charm of a tight-knit community while staying connected to larger nearby hubs. Residents benefit from an affordable cost of living, light traffic, and a slower, more relaxed lifestyle. At the same time, they’re just a short drive from Hobbs (about 20 minutes away, population ~50,000) for additional shopping, dining, and entertainment, and within roughly 90 minutes of Lubbock (population ~280,000), which provides access to advanced healthcare, and a wider range of cultural and professional opportunities. This balance makes Lovington an appealing choice for those who want affordability and a strong sense of community without giving up access to urban amenities.\n Nearby regional airports are Hobbs, NM; Roswell, NM; Lubbock, TX and Midland, TX. 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    "description_html": "<span style=\"font-size:36pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight:bold;\">Manager of Engineering</span></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:36pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight:bold;\"><span style=\"font-size:20pt;\">Lea County Electric Cooperative – Lovington, NM </span></span></span></span><div style=\"text-align:center;\"><img alt=\"\" height=\"375\" src=\"https://assets.jazz.co/customers/customer_20200302130724_YLZK7HOWZKWHTTMJ/layout/20260528033621-image-20260527203620-1.jpeg\" width=\"500\"></div><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\">Lea County Electric Cooperative (LCEC) in Lovington, NM is seeking a collaborative, technically strong, and forward-thinking leader to serve as its next <b>Manager of Engineering</b>. This critical leadership role will guide engineering strategy, system planning, and infrastructure development to ensure the continued reliability, safety, and long-term success of the cooperative’s electric distribution system. LCEC has retained NRECA Executive Search to facilitate the search process for this position.</span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">The Manager of Engineering will lead engineering operations with a strong focus on system performance, distribution reliability, long-range planning, and technical excellence. This leader will play a key role in strengthening internal engineering capabilities, mentoring developing talent, and supporting the cooperative’s commitment to operational excellence, accountability, and service to its members.</span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">This position is especially important as LCEC continues to manage system growth, evolving energy demands, infrastructure investment, and succession planning needs. The successful candidate will bring a balance of technical expertise, leadership ability, strategic thinking, and cooperative values to help position the organization for long-term success.</span></span><br> <h1 style=\"margin-top:8px;margin-bottom:13px;\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#008a53;\"><span style=\"font-weight:bold;\"><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"color:#008000;\">About Lea County Electric Cooperative</span></span></span></span></span></span></h1><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Established in 1949, Lea County Electric Cooperative in headquartered in Lovington, New Mexico.  The cooperative plays a vital role in powering communities across Southeast New Mexico and West Texas, encompassing portions of Chaves, Eddy, and Lea Counties in New Mexico, as well as Cochran, Gaines, and Yoakum Counties in Texas. Our dedicated team of nine trustees, in collaboration with our skilled management and workforce, has successfully navigated through periods of change and expansion.</span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><b><span style=\"color:#388600;\">Key Statistics about LCEC</span></b></span></span><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">230 MW system peak </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">1.4+ billion kWh annual sales</span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Over 4,300 miles of energized line</span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">53 owned substations, switch stations and transmission interchange stations</span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">70 MW renewable portfolio </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">$100M+ annual revenue </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">$300M+ total utility plant</span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Full transmission and distribution operations </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Central operations hub with multiple satellite locations </span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">The cooperative has a full requirements contract with its G & T - Western Farmers Electric Cooperative located in Anadarko, Oklahoma. </span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"color:#008000;\">Key Responsibilities</span></span></b></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><b>System Analysis and Strategy</b></span></span><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Lead engineering efforts to improve reliability, safety, efficiency, and long-term performance of the electric distribution system </span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Design and implement a four-year maintenance and construction plan to optimize system operations.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-bottom:11px;margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Conduct and oversee system analysis, load forecasting, and infrastructure planning</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-bottom:11px;margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Evaluate future capital investments and engineering priorities that align with cooperative objectives </span></span></span></li></ul><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><b>System Studies & Technical Oversight</b></span></span><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Oversee studies on voltage regulation, arc flash safety, and system coordination to enhance network performance </span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Partner with the engineering team to analyze load flow, short circuit scenarios, and protective relaying schemes.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-bottom:11px;margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Ensure sound engineering design and technical decision-making across distribution projects </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Maintain strong working knowledge of regulatory and industry requirements impacting engineering operations </span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><b>Project & Infrastructure Delivery</b></span></span><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Support development and execution of maintenance, construction, and capital improvement plans </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Partner with operations and construction teams to ensure engineering standards are maintained </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Improve engineering processes, documentation, and project coordination </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Monitor system demands and identify infrastructure upgrades needed for future growth </span></span></span></li></ul><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><b>Leadership & Team Development</b></span></span><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Lead, mentor, and develop engineering staff, including early-career engineers</span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Build internal technical depth and support succession planning efforts</span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Promote strong communication and effective teamwork across departments </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Encourage innovation, initiative, and sound problem-solving </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Provide engineering insight and recommendations to leadership </span></span></span></li></ul><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"color:#388600;\">The Ideal Candidate</span></span></b></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">The successful candidate will be a strong engineering leader who combines technical expertise with practical leadership experience. This individual should be highly collaborative, accountable, and capable of balancing long-term strategic thinking with day-to-day execution.</span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">The ideal candidate will bring:</span></span><ul><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Strong knowledge of electric utility engineering and infrastructure systems </span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Experience in <b>distribution engineering, system studies, and power flow analysis</b> </span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">A commitment to safety, integrity, and operational excellence </span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Demostrated accountability and dependability</span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Strong interpersonal communication and team-building skills </span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Ability to mentor, coach, and develop engineering talent </span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Comfortable taking initiative to get results</span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">A practical, solutions-oriented mindset with sound decision-making ability </span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Appreciation for cooperative values and member-focused service</span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"color:#388600;\">Experience and Expertise</span></span></b></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><b><span style=\"color:#000000;\">Required</span></b></span></span><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or closely related engineering field</span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Minimum 5 years of leadership experience </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Minimum 5 years of electric utility experience </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Experience with system studies, load flow analysis, and technical engineering oversight </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Demonstrated ability to lead teams and develop employees </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Valid New Mexico driver’s license (or ability to obtain) and compliance with drug testing policies</span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Ability to reside within a 30-minute commute of LCEC headquarters  </span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><b>Preferred</b></span></span><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Electric cooperative, municipal, or public power utility experience </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Professional Engineer (PE) license (or ability to obtain)</span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Experience with RUS standards and electric cooperative operations </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Familiarity with NERC/FERC regulations, FEMA Reconstruction Funding </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Experience in Southwest Power Pool (SPP) or similar regional market environments </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Advanced degree (MBA or related field) </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">NRECA Management Internship Program (MIP) graduate </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Familiarity with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) systems or similar technologies</span></span></span></li></ul><h1 style=\"margin-bottom:13px;\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#008a53;\"><span style=\"font-weight:bold;\"><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"color:#008000;\">Our Location  </span></span></span></span></span></span></h1><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#1f1f1f;\">With a population of around 11,000, Lovington offers the charm of a tight-knit community while staying connected to larger nearby hubs. Residents benefit from an affordable cost of living, light traffic, and a slower, more relaxed lifestyle. At the same time, they’re just a short drive from Hobbs (about 20 minutes away, population ~50,000) for additional shopping, dining, and entertainment, and within roughly 90 minutes of Lubbock (population ~280,000), which provides access to advanced healthcare, and a wider range of cultural and professional opportunities. This balance makes Lovington an appealing choice for those who want affordability and a strong sense of community without giving up access to urban amenities.</span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#1f1f1f;\">Nearby regional airports are Hobbs, NM; Roswell, NM; Lubbock, TX and Midland, TX. </span></span></span><h1 style=\"margin-bottom:13px;\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#008a53;\"><span style=\"font-weight:bold;\"><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"color:#008000;\">Our Benefits </span></span></span></span></span></span></h1><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\">LCEC offers an excellent comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, long term disability, 401 k and employer funded pension (NRECA R&S Plan). </span></span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\">Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.   </span></span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\">Lea County Electric Cooperative is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer.  Race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, military, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other applicable status protected by Federal, State or Local law are not taken into account in any employment decision.  Learn more about us at </span></span><a href=\"https://www.lcecnet.com/\" style=\"color:#0563c1;text-decoration:underline;\"><span style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\">https://www.lcecnet.com/</span></a></span></span><h1 style=\"margin-bottom:13px;\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#008a53;\"><span style=\"font-weight:bold;\"><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"color:#008000;\">How to Apply</span></span></span></span></span></span></h1><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\">If interested, please apply at </span><a href=\"https://nreca.applytojob.com/apply/Bvv8itCyET/Lea-County-Electric-Cooperative-Manager-Of-Engineering\" style=\"color:#0563c1;text-decoration:underline;\">https://nreca.applytojob.com/apply/Bvv8itCyET/Lea-County-Electric-Cooperative-Manager-Of-Engineering</a>   <span style=\"color:#000000;\">with the following: 1) Cover letter, 2) resume and 3) contact information (including emails) for 3 professional references. Applications must be received by <strong><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">July 10, 2026</span></strong>. If you have any questions, please contact<strong><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"> Leigh Taylor, </span></strong>NRECA Executive Search, [email protected].</span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\">All replies are confidential.</span></span></span><br> ",
    "description_text": "Manager of Engineering\n Lea County Electric Cooperative – Lovington, NM\n Lea County Electric Cooperative (LCEC) in Lovington, NM is seeking a collaborative, technically strong, and forward-thinking leader to serve as its next Manager of Engineering . This critical leadership role will guide engineering strategy, system planning, and infrastructure development to ensure the continued reliability, safety, and long-term success of the cooperative’s electric distribution system. LCEC has retained NRECA Executive Search to facilitate the search process for this position.\n The Manager of Engineering will lead engineering operations with a strong focus on system performance, distribution reliability, long-range planning, and technical excellence. This leader will play a key role in strengthening internal engineering capabilities, mentoring developing talent, and supporting the cooperative’s commitment to operational excellence, accountability, and service to its members.\n This position is especially important as LCEC continues to manage system growth, evolving energy demands, infrastructure investment, and succession planning needs. The successful candidate will bring a balance of technical expertise, leadership ability, strategic thinking, and cooperative values to help position the organization for long-term success.\n  About Lea County Electric Cooperative\n Established in 1949, Lea County Electric Cooperative in headquartered in Lovington, New Mexico.  The cooperative plays a vital role in powering communities across Southeast New Mexico and West Texas, encompassing portions of Chaves, Eddy, and Lea Counties in New Mexico, as well as Cochran, Gaines, and Yoakum Counties in Texas. Our dedicated team of nine trustees, in collaboration with our skilled management and workforce, has successfully navigated through periods of change and expansion.\n Key Statistics about LCEC 230 MW system peak\n 1.4+ billion kWh annual sales\n Over 4,300 miles of energized line\n 53 owned substations, switch stations and transmission interchange stations\n 70 MW renewable portfolio\n $100M+ annual revenue\n $300M+ total utility plant\n Full transmission and distribution operations\n Central operations hub with multiple satellite locations\n The cooperative has a full requirements contract with its G & T - Western Farmers Electric Cooperative located in Anadarko, Oklahoma.\n Key Responsibilities\n System Analysis and Strategy Lead engineering efforts to improve reliability, safety, efficiency, and long-term performance of the electric distribution system\n Design and implement a four-year maintenance and construction plan to optimize system operations.\n Conduct and oversee system analysis, load forecasting, and infrastructure planning\n Evaluate future capital investments and engineering priorities that align with cooperative objectives\n System Studies & Technical Oversight Oversee studies on voltage regulation, arc flash safety, and system coordination to enhance network performance\n Partner with the engineering team to analyze load flow, short circuit scenarios, and protective relaying schemes.\n Ensure sound engineering design and technical decision-making across distribution projects\n Maintain strong working knowledge of regulatory and industry requirements impacting engineering operations\n Project & Infrastructure Delivery Support development and execution of maintenance, construction, and capital improvement plans\n Partner with operations and construction teams to ensure engineering standards are maintained\n Improve engineering processes, documentation, and project coordination\n Monitor system demands and identify infrastructure upgrades needed for future growth\n Leadership & Team Development Lead, mentor, and develop engineering staff, including early-career engineers\n Build internal technical depth and support succession planning efforts\n Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement\n Promote strong communication and effective teamwork across departments\n Encourage innovation, initiative, and sound problem-solving\n Provide engineering insight and recommendations to leadership\n The Ideal Candidate\n The successful candidate will be a strong engineering leader who combines technical expertise with practical leadership experience. This individual should be highly collaborative, accountable, and capable of balancing long-term strategic thinking with day-to-day execution.\n The ideal candidate will bring: Strong knowledge of electric utility engineering and infrastructure systems\n Experience in distribution engineering, system studies, and power flow analysis\n A commitment to safety, integrity, and operational excellence\n Demostrated accountability and dependability\n Strong interpersonal communication and team-building skills\n Ability to mentor, coach, and develop engineering talent\n Comfortable taking initiative to get results\n A practical, solutions-oriented mindset with sound decision-making ability\n Appreciation for cooperative values and member-focused service\n Experience and Expertise\n Required Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or closely related engineering field\n Minimum 5 years of leadership experience\n Minimum 5 years of electric utility experience\n Experience with system studies, load flow analysis, and technical engineering oversight\n Demonstrated ability to lead teams and develop employees\n Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills\n Valid New Mexico driver’s license (or ability to obtain) and compliance with drug testing policies\n Ability to reside within a 30-minute commute of LCEC headquarters\n Preferred Electric cooperative, municipal, or public power utility experience\n Professional Engineer (PE) license (or ability to obtain)\n Experience with RUS standards and electric cooperative operations\n Familiarity with NERC/FERC regulations, FEMA Reconstruction Funding\n Experience in Southwest Power Pool (SPP) or similar regional market environments\n Advanced degree (MBA or related field)\n NRECA Management Internship Program (MIP) graduate\n Familiarity with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) systems or similar technologies\n Our Location\n With a population of around 11,000, Lovington offers the charm of a tight-knit community while staying connected to larger nearby hubs. Residents benefit from an affordable cost of living, light traffic, and a slower, more relaxed lifestyle. At the same time, they’re just a short drive from Hobbs (about 20 minutes away, population ~50,000) for additional shopping, dining, and entertainment, and within roughly 90 minutes of Lubbock (population ~280,000), which provides access to advanced healthcare, and a wider range of cultural and professional opportunities. This balance makes Lovington an appealing choice for those who want affordability and a strong sense of community without giving up access to urban amenities.\n Nearby regional airports are Hobbs, NM; Roswell, NM; Lubbock, TX and Midland, TX. Our Benefits\n LCEC offers an excellent comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, long term disability, 401 k and employer funded pension (NRECA R&S Plan).\n Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.\n Lea County Electric Cooperative is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer.  Race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, military, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other applicable status protected by Federal, State or Local law are not taken into account in any employment decision.  Learn more about us at https://www.lcecnet.com/ How to Apply\n If interested, please apply at https://nreca.applytojob.com/apply/Bvv8itCyET/Lea-County-Electric-Cooperative-Manager-Of-Engineering    with the following: 1) Cover letter, 2) resume and 3) contact information (including emails) for 3 professional references. Applications must be received by  July 10, 2026 . If you have any questions, please contact  Leigh Taylor,  NRECA Executive Search, [email protected].\n All replies are confidential.",
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      "description": "<span style=\"font-size:36pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight:bold;\">Manager of Engineering</span></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:36pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight:bold;\"><span style=\"font-size:20pt;\">Lea County Electric Cooperative – Lovington, NM </span></span></span></span><div style=\"text-align:center;\"><img alt=\"\" height=\"375\" src=\"https://assets.jazz.co/customers/customer_20200302130724_YLZK7HOWZKWHTTMJ/layout/20260528033621-image-20260527203620-1.jpeg\" width=\"500\"></div><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\">Lea County Electric Cooperative (LCEC) in Lovington, NM is seeking a collaborative, technically strong, and forward-thinking leader to serve as its next <b>Manager of Engineering</b>. This critical leadership role will guide engineering strategy, system planning, and infrastructure development to ensure the continued reliability, safety, and long-term success of the cooperative’s electric distribution system. LCEC has retained NRECA Executive Search to facilitate the search process for this position.</span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">The Manager of Engineering will lead engineering operations with a strong focus on system performance, distribution reliability, long-range planning, and technical excellence. This leader will play a key role in strengthening internal engineering capabilities, mentoring developing talent, and supporting the cooperative’s commitment to operational excellence, accountability, and service to its members.</span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">This position is especially important as LCEC continues to manage system growth, evolving energy demands, infrastructure investment, and succession planning needs. The successful candidate will bring a balance of technical expertise, leadership ability, strategic thinking, and cooperative values to help position the organization for long-term success.</span></span><br> <h1 style=\"margin-top:8px;margin-bottom:13px;\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#008a53;\"><span style=\"font-weight:bold;\"><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"color:#008000;\">About Lea County Electric Cooperative</span></span></span></span></span></span></h1><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Established in 1949, Lea County Electric Cooperative in headquartered in Lovington, New Mexico.  The cooperative plays a vital role in powering communities across Southeast New Mexico and West Texas, encompassing portions of Chaves, Eddy, and Lea Counties in New Mexico, as well as Cochran, Gaines, and Yoakum Counties in Texas. Our dedicated team of nine trustees, in collaboration with our skilled management and workforce, has successfully navigated through periods of change and expansion.</span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><b><span style=\"color:#388600;\">Key Statistics about LCEC</span></b></span></span><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">230 MW system peak </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">1.4+ billion kWh annual sales</span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Over 4,300 miles of energized line</span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">53 owned substations, switch stations and transmission interchange stations</span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">70 MW renewable portfolio </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">$100M+ annual revenue </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">$300M+ total utility plant</span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Full transmission and distribution operations </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Central operations hub with multiple satellite locations </span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">The cooperative has a full requirements contract with its G & T - Western Farmers Electric Cooperative located in Anadarko, Oklahoma. </span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"color:#008000;\">Key Responsibilities</span></span></b></span></span><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><b>System Analysis and Strategy</b></span></span><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Lead engineering efforts to improve reliability, safety, efficiency, and long-term performance of the electric distribution system </span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Design and implement a four-year maintenance and construction plan to optimize system operations.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-bottom:11px;margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Conduct and oversee system analysis, load forecasting, and infrastructure planning</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-bottom:11px;margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Evaluate future capital investments and engineering priorities that align with cooperative objectives </span></span></span></li></ul><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><b>System Studies & Technical Oversight</b></span></span><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Oversee studies on voltage regulation, arc flash safety, and system coordination to enhance network performance </span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Partner with the engineering team to analyze load flow, short circuit scenarios, and protective relaying schemes.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-bottom:11px;margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Ensure sound engineering design and technical decision-making across distribution projects </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Maintain strong working knowledge of regulatory and industry requirements impacting engineering operations </span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><b>Project & Infrastructure Delivery</b></span></span><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Support development and execution of maintenance, construction, and capital improvement plans </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Partner with operations and construction teams to ensure engineering standards are maintained </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Improve engineering processes, documentation, and project coordination </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Monitor system demands and identify infrastructure upgrades needed for future growth </span></span></span></li></ul><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><b>Leadership & Team Development</b></span></span><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Lead, mentor, and develop engineering staff, including early-career engineers</span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Build internal technical depth and support succession planning efforts</span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:11pt;\"><span><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Promote strong communication and effective teamwork across departments </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Encourage innovation, initiative, and sound problem-solving </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Provide engineering insight and recommendations to leadership </span></span></span></li></ul><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"color:#388600;\">The Ideal Candidate</span></span></b></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">The successful candidate will be a strong engineering leader who combines technical expertise with practical leadership experience. This individual should be highly collaborative, accountable, and capable of balancing long-term strategic thinking with day-to-day execution.</span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">The ideal candidate will bring:</span></span><ul><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Strong knowledge of electric utility engineering and infrastructure systems </span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Experience in <b>distribution engineering, system studies, and power flow analysis</b> </span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">A commitment to safety, integrity, and operational excellence </span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Demostrated accountability and dependability</span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Strong interpersonal communication and team-building skills </span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Ability to mentor, coach, and develop engineering talent </span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Comfortable taking initiative to get results</span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">A practical, solutions-oriented mindset with sound decision-making ability </span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Appreciation for cooperative values and member-focused service</span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><b><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"color:#388600;\">Experience and Expertise</span></span></b></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><b><span style=\"color:#000000;\">Required</span></b></span></span><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or closely related engineering field</span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Minimum 5 years of leadership experience </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Minimum 5 years of electric utility experience </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Experience with system studies, load flow analysis, and technical engineering oversight </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Demonstrated ability to lead teams and develop employees </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Valid New Mexico driver’s license (or ability to obtain) and compliance with drug testing policies</span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Ability to reside within a 30-minute commute of LCEC headquarters  </span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><b>Preferred</b></span></span><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Electric cooperative, municipal, or public power utility experience </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Professional Engineer (PE) license (or ability to obtain)</span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Experience with RUS standards and electric cooperative operations </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Familiarity with NERC/FERC regulations, FEMA Reconstruction Funding </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Experience in Southwest Power Pool (SPP) or similar regional market environments </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Advanced degree (MBA or related field) </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">NRECA Management Internship Program (MIP) graduate </span></span></span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">Familiarity with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) systems or similar technologies</span></span></span></li></ul><h1 style=\"margin-bottom:13px;\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#008a53;\"><span style=\"font-weight:bold;\"><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"color:#008000;\">Our Location  </span></span></span></span></span></span></h1><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#1f1f1f;\">With a population of around 11,000, Lovington offers the charm of a tight-knit community while staying connected to larger nearby hubs. Residents benefit from an affordable cost of living, light traffic, and a slower, more relaxed lifestyle. At the same time, they’re just a short drive from Hobbs (about 20 minutes away, population ~50,000) for additional shopping, dining, and entertainment, and within roughly 90 minutes of Lubbock (population ~280,000), which provides access to advanced healthcare, and a wider range of cultural and professional opportunities. This balance makes Lovington an appealing choice for those who want affordability and a strong sense of community without giving up access to urban amenities.</span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#1f1f1f;\">Nearby regional airports are Hobbs, NM; Roswell, NM; Lubbock, TX and Midland, TX. </span></span></span><h1 style=\"margin-bottom:13px;\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#008a53;\"><span style=\"font-weight:bold;\"><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"color:#008000;\">Our Benefits </span></span></span></span></span></span></h1><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\">LCEC offers an excellent comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, long term disability, 401 k and employer funded pension (NRECA R&S Plan). </span></span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\">Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.   </span></span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\">Lea County Electric Cooperative is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer.  Race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, military, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other applicable status protected by Federal, State or Local law are not taken into account in any employment decision.  Learn more about us at </span></span><a href=\"https://www.lcecnet.com/\" style=\"color:#0563c1;text-decoration:underline;\"><span style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\">https://www.lcecnet.com/</span></a></span></span><h1 style=\"margin-bottom:13px;\"><span style=\"font-size:18pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#008a53;\"><span style=\"font-weight:bold;\"><span style=\"font-size:14pt;\"><span style=\"color:#008000;\">How to Apply</span></span></span></span></span></span></h1><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\">If interested, please apply at </span><a href=\"https://nreca.applytojob.com/apply/Bvv8itCyET/Lea-County-Electric-Cooperative-Manager-Of-Engineering\" style=\"color:#0563c1;text-decoration:underline;\">https://nreca.applytojob.com/apply/Bvv8itCyET/Lea-County-Electric-Cooperative-Manager-Of-Engineering</a>   <span style=\"color:#000000;\">with the following: 1) Cover letter, 2) resume and 3) contact information (including emails) for 3 professional references. Applications must be received by <strong><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\">July 10, 2026</span></strong>. If you have any questions, please contact<strong><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"> Leigh Taylor, </span></strong>NRECA Executive Search, [email protected].</span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\">All replies are confidential.</span></span></span><br> ",
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