Engineering Manager

We are seeking an experienced Substation Professional to support power delivery projects and asset management within a Private Equity (PE)–backed environment. This role focuses on physical substation infrastructure and Protection & Control (P&C) systems across a portfolio of utility and energy assets. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with the ability to contribute to investment decisions, due diligence, and operational improvements. Responsibilities Lead the design, engineering, and upgrade of substation facilities (transmission and distribution) Oversee and review Protection & Control (P&C) schemes, relay coordination, and SCADA integration Perform technical due diligence for acquisitions, including condition assessments and risk analysis of substation assets Support portfolio companies with asset optimization, reliability improvements, and lifecycle planning Collaborate with investment teams, operators, EPC contractors, and external consultants Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and utility requirements Identify and implement cost-effective engineering solutions and capital improvement strategies Provide troubleshooting support, root cause analysis, and resolution of substation performance issues Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline 8–10+ years of experience in substation engineering within power delivery (design, operations, or maintenance) Strong expertise in Physical substation design and Protection & Control (P&C) systems Experience with high-voltage substations and utility-grade infrastructure Familiarity with industry standards (IEEE, NERC, NEC) and utility practices Proficiency with engineering and analysis tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, PSCAD) Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills Preferred Skills Experience working with or supporting Private Equity–backed platforms or infrastructure investments Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred Experience managing multi-site or portfolio-based assets Strong understanding of capital project execution and asset lifecycle management Why Join Us Opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering and investment strategy Exposure to a diverse and growing portfolio of energy and utility assets High-impact role with visibility across technical and financial stakeholders Competitive compensation, benefits, and career growth opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr