Substation Project Engineering Manager

The Opportunity

As the Substation Project Engineering Manager, you will have the opportunity to :

Lead a multi-discipline team of engineers and technicians

Manage diverse and challenging projects across a portfolio of design services and EPC programs

Oversee design quality, budget, and schedule

Support client interaction, proposals, and business development

The Team

The business is focused on meeting clients rapidly changing infrastructure needs, with continued investment in renewable energy and sustainable solutions. Joining the team means working at the forefront of delivering innovative energy solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Project Execution

Prepare complex engineering deliverables for multiple or mega projects

Conduct research to develop equipment and material recommendations

Manage data and perform complex engineering calculations

Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and quality requirements across multiple disciplines

Lead larger production teams, coordinate multi-discipline activities, and serve as the responsible charge for a project

Client Interface

Identify key client interests and drivers for moderately complex projects

Communicate client concerns to project team members and develop solutions

Provide support for business development or pursuit activities

Manage project changes directly with the client under Project Manager supervision

Technical Expertise

Lead large multi-discipline teams to meet project deliverables

Provide technical leadership for complex substation projects

Drive solutions to achieve project goals

Management Responsibilities

Review lower-level engineering work or assignments

Responsible for hiring, discipline, and pay administration of subordinates

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) license highly preferred

Experience managing Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC) or design services substation and switchyard projects for investor-owned utilities in the U.S.

At least five years of substation design experience with strong understanding of project lifecycle, layout design and optimization, relay protection & control, civil / structural design, and major substation equipment

Strong communication skills and ability to build client relationships

Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles, guides, and standards

Working knowledge of procurement processes and contract administration

Familiarity with proposal processes and developing engineering estimates

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree in engineering from an accredited program

Minimum of 8 years related work experience

Ability to meet pre-employment onboarding requirements (background check, drug screen, MVR search, as required by law / regulation)

Certifications

Professional registration or licensure in home country, or active pursuit of such registration

Additional registrations may be required depending on assignment