Substation Engineering Manager

Michael Page International

Des Moines, Iowa

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$200,000–$225,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Brownfield Redevelopment, Budgeting, Business Growth, Construction, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Engineering, Engineering Management, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers), Industry Standards, Leadership, MPI, Mentoring, National Electrical Code, Onboarding, Project Engineering, Project Estimates, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Regulatory Compliance, Risk, State Laws and Regulations, Strategic Accounts, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Technical Presentation, Technical Recruiting, Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design, Work From Home
LOCATION
Des Moines, Iowa
POSTED
Today
Substation Engineering ManagerTeam Leadership & ManagementLead, mentor, and develop a team of substation engineers, designers, and technical specialistsManage staffing, utilization, hiring, onboarding, and professional developmentEstablish engineering standards and QA/QC processesConduct technical reviews and support career progression initiativesPromote collaboration across electrical, civil, structural, protection & controls, and project teamsTechnical LeadershipServe as technical lead for substation engineering and design executionOversee development and approval of: General arrangementsEquipment layoutsBus and conductor designGrounding studiesLightning protectionCable routing and raceway systemsControl building layoutsEquipment specificationsEnsure compliance with utility standards and industry requirementsSupport field execution, construction coordination, and issue resolutionProject ExecutionLead engineering delivery for greenfield and brownfield substation projectsManage schedule, budget, risk, and resource planningCoordinate with clients and internal project teamsSupport proposals, project estimates, and strategic pursuitsAct as senior technical representative during client engagementsBusiness Development & Client ManagementDevelop and maintain relationships with utilities and strategic clientsSupport account growth and repeat business opportunitiesParticipate 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 groupsExperience delivering projects across 69 kV-500 kV+ substationsStrong knowledge of: AIS and GIS substationsUtility engineering standardsNESC, IEEE, NEC requirementsEquipment selection and specificationEngineering quality processesExperience with: AutoCADMicroStationBluebeamEngineering/project delivery workflowsWhat'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

About the Company

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Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.michaelpage.ca/