Substation Engineering Manager
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Job Description
Substation Engineering ManagerTeam Leadership & ManagementLead, mentor, and develop a team of substation engineers, designers, and technical specialists
Manage staffing, utilization, hiring, onboarding, and professional development
Establish engineering standards and QA/QC processes
Conduct technical reviews and support career progression initiatives
Promote collaboration across electrical, civil, structural, protection & controls, and project teams
Technical LeadershipServe as technical lead for substation engineering and design execution
Oversee development and approval of: General arrangements
Equipment layouts
Bus and conductor design
Grounding studies
Lightning protection
Cable routing and raceway systems
Control building layouts
Equipment specifications
Ensure compliance with utility standards and industry requirements
Support field execution, construction coordination, and issue resolution
Project ExecutionLead engineering delivery for greenfield and brownfield substation projects
Manage schedule, budget, risk, and resource planning
Coordinate with clients and internal project teams
Support proposals, project estimates, and strategic pursuits
Act as senior technical representative during client engagements
Business Development & Client ManagementDevelop and maintain relationships with utilities and strategic clients
Support account growth and repeat business opportunities
Participate in proposals, technical presentations, and project pursuitsMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.A successful Substation Engineering Manager should have:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering8-15+ years of substation engineering experience3+ years leading teams, projects, or engineering groups
Experience delivering projects across 69 kV-500 kV+ substations
Strong knowledge of: AIS and GIS substations
Utility engineering standardsNESC, IEEE, NEC requirements
Equipment selection and specification
Engineering quality processes
Experience with: AutoCADMicroStationBluebeamEngineering/project delivery workflows
What's on OfferCompetitive salary ranging from $220,000 to $225,000 annually, depending on experience.Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.Lead and grow a high-performing substation engineering team.Work on large-scale transmission, substation, and grid modernization projects.Clear path to Senior Manager, Director, and Practice Leader opportunities.Strong project pipeline with long-term growth and stability.Technical leadership combined with strategic decision-making.Flexible hybrid/remote work environment.If you're excited about this Substation Engineering Manager role, we encourage you to apply today!Contact Lauren Just Quote job ref JN-062026-7045588Job SummarySector: Engineering & ManufacturingSub Sector: Engineering Design and R&DIndustry: Energy & Natural ResourcesLocation: Des MoinesContract Type: PermanentConsultant Name: Lauren JustJob Reference: JN-062026-7045588Job Nature: Hybrid working
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