Engineering Manager (Renewables/HV)
About the Opportunity
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
- Lead technical oversight of high-voltage substation and transmission line engineering projects.
- Review and provide guidance on engineering designs, calculations, studies, and deliverables developed by internal or external engineering teams.
- Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards, utility requirements, project specifications, and applicable codes.
- Support engineering efforts related to power system studies, including short circuit, load flow, grounding, protection, transient, harmonic, and ampacity analyses.
- Review interconnection requirements and ensure they are incorporated into project designs appropriately.
Project & Design Management
- Coordinate and oversee subcontracted engineering resources and design consultants.
- Supervise small design teams supporting project execution.
- Evaluate contracts and identify technical obligations, risks, and potential project concerns.
- Collaborate with project management teams on equipment selection, procurement planning, and long-lead material strategies.
- Assist with preliminary engineering concepts, one-line diagrams, layouts, and estimating support for new opportunities.
- Participate in value engineering exercises and provide input on constructability and cost optimization.
Quality & Client Engagement
- Perform quality reviews of engineering packages and vendor deliverables.
- Provide technical support during project closeout activities.
- Participate in client meetings and represent the organization in a professional, customer-facing capacity.
- Support business development and proposal efforts as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Sciences, or a related technical discipline.
- Approximately 6 to 8+ years of experience supporting high-voltage substation, transmission, or renewable energy infrastructure projects.
- Strong technical understanding of medium- and high-voltage electrical systems.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and support multiple projects simultaneously.
- Demonstrated problem-solving ability and strong coordination skills when working with diverse stakeholders.
Preferred Skills
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
- Experience with power system software such as ETAP, EasyPower, Cymcap, or similar platforms.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Familiarity with industry standards, particularly IEEE standards and utility design practices.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Travel
- Up to 20% travel may be required.
Compensation & Benefits
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