Director of Engineering

Houston, TX

Full-time $200,000.00 - $225,000.00

Posted 05/29/2025

We are seeking a seasoned and licensed Director of Engineering with deep expertise in Electrical Substation Design and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) project execution. The ideal candidate will be a Texas-licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with over 10 years of technical and leadership experience in the power delivery sector, particularly in the design and execution of high-voltage substations.

This role will lead a high-performing engineering team, oversee complex substation projects from concept to commissioning, and ensure technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and on-time delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design and engineering of high-voltage substations (69kV to 500kV), including greenfield and brownfield projects, expansions, and retrofits.
Oversee the development of:
- Physical layout designs (bus configurations, equipment placement, grounding systems)
- Protection and control schemes (relaying, SCADA, automation)
- Detailed construction drawings (one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, conduit and cable schedules)
- Equipment specifications (transformers, breakers, switches, relays, control panels)
Ensure designs meet utility standards, NESC, NEC, IEEE, and other applicable codes.
Collaborate with procurement and construction teams to ensure constructability and cost-effectiveness.
Provide technical leadership during design reviews, FATs, SATs, and commissioning.
Serve as the Engineer of Record (EOR) for substation projects in Texas.
Manage engineering deliverables, schedules, budgets, and quality assurance across multiple EPC projects.
Interface with clients, utilities, and regulatory bodies to support permitting, interconnection, and compliance.
Mentor and develop engineering staff, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's preferred).
Active Texas PE license is required.
10+ years of experience in electrical substation design and EPC project execution.
10+ years of engineering management experience, including team leadership and project oversight.
Proven experience with:
- AIS and GIS substation design
- Relay coordination and protection settings
- Grounding and lightning protection systems
- SCADA and communication protocols (DNP3, IEC 61850)
Strong understanding of EPC project lifecycle, risk management, and cost control.
Proficiency with design tools such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, ETAP, SKM, and PLS-CADD.
Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with renewable energy interconnections and utility-scale battery storage.
Familiarity with NERC/FERC compliance and interconnection standards.
PMP certification or formal project management training.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision 401k, Bonus, Hybrid/remote possible.

For this position you must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor for this position.

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Employees will receive paid leave to the extent required by state or local law. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 05/29/2025 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.

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