Substation Engineering Manager

Hybrid Locations: Houston, TX; Denver, CO; San Diego, CA; or Orlando, FL

Position Summary

The Substation Engineering Manager is a senior department leader responsible for overseeing, leading, and growing a multidisciplinary substation engineering team, including engineers, designers, and 3D modelers. This role combines operational leadership, technical expertise, business development, and mentorship to ensure the successful delivery of high-voltage substation projects while supporting strategic growth across multiple offices. The position plays a critical role in advancing engineering excellence, developing talent, strengthening client relationships, and supporting the transition to cleaner, smarter energy solutions.

Job Function

• Develop and execute strategic plans aligned with national and regional growth objectives
• Oversee daily operations of the Substation Department with a strong focus on high-voltage substation engineering and design
• Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality engineering projects
• Develop and implement departmental policies, procedures, and best practices
• Monitor, track, and report departmental performance metrics
• Manage resources across investor-owned utility and private developer projects
• Maintain visibility into the sales pipeline and project backlog
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the power delivery market
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and industry partners
• Lead proposal development and support contract negotiations
• Represent the organization at industry conferences, seminars, and networking events
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and project teams
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development
• Lead complex technical projects and provide expert guidance on quality and client standards
• Stay current on industry trends, regulations, and best practices and share knowledge across the team
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards across all projects

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in high-voltage substation engineering and design
• Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Experience supporting both investor-owned utility and private development projects

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer in at least one state, with the ability to obtain additional licensure as needed
• Strong operational leadership and business development experience within the A/E industry
• In-depth knowledge of applicable engineering standards and regulations, including IEEE, NESC, and NEC
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to mentor, develop, and retain engineering talent
• Demonstrated ability to create, implement, and execute strategic growth plans across multiple offices

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Competitive compensation based on geographic location, experience, skills, and certifications
• Minimum salary of $175,000, with flexibility based on qualifications and experience

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