Director of Engineering and Controls

Lead a $50M engineering and controls organization and shape the technical direction of a growing systems integration group.

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Salary: $200,000 - $250,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a nationally recognized leader in electrical services, providing testing, maintenance, engineering, and systems integration solutions to utilities, power generation, industrial, and critical infrastructure customers. With a reputation built on safety, technical excellence, and long-term customer relationships, the company supports some of the most demanding electrical environments in the country.

Its Systems Integration Group designs, builds, and delivers control systems and automation solutions, from panel fabrication through commissioning and startup. The team partners closely with field services, operations, and project management to deliver reliable, code-compliant systems. The company invests in its people through mentorship, career development, and a culture that values accountability and continuous improvement.

Why join us?

• Competitive Base Salary!
• Extremely Competitive Benefits!
• Flexible Work Schedules!
• Accelerated Career Growth!

Job Details

Director of Engineering and Controls

Overview

Our client, a nationally recognized electrical services and systems integration firm, is seeking a Director of Engineering and Controls to lead its Systems Integration Group. This senior technical and leadership role is responsible for the strategic direction, execution, and continuous improvement of engineering, panel building, and control systems activities. The position provides technical authority and people leadership across electrical, controls, automation, and integration projects, ensuring solutions are safe, reliable, compliant, and delivered to a high standard of excellence.

The Director will lead multidisciplinary engineering teams, drive consistency in design and delivery, support business development efforts, and partner closely with operations, project management, and field services to deliver high-quality systems integration solutions to customers.

Responsibilities

Financial & Performance Management

Lead management of a department P&L of approximately $50M by tracking financials, percent complete, and execution across all active projects.
Assist division leadership with proactive P&L management, including EBITDA, margin, and headcount management.
Develop and manage departmental budgets, staffing plans, and utilization targets.
Monitor KPIs related to engineering quality, efficiency, safety, and profitability.
Identify opportunities to improve productivity, standardization, and cost effectiveness.

Leadership & Strategy

Provide strategic leadership for engineering and controls functions within the Systems Integration Group.
Establish and maintain engineering standards, best practices, and design methodologies across projects and offices.
Build, mentor, and develop high-performing engineering and controls teams, including succession planning and talent development.
Foster a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Engineering & Technical Oversight

Serve as the technical authority for control systems architecture, electrical and controls design, and system integration solutions.
Oversee the development and review of control system designs, including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, DCS interfaces, networking, and cybersecurity considerations.
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., NEC, NFPA, IEEE, ISA, UL, and customer-specific requirements).
Support complex or high-risk projects through technical guidance, design reviews, and problem resolution.

Project Execution & Operations Support

Partner with project management and operations to ensure engineering deliverables support safe, on-time, and on-budget project execution.
Balance engineering resources across multiple projects and priorities.
Support commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting activities as needed.
Drive lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives based on project feedback and performance.

Business Development & Client Engagement

Support sales and business development teams with technical input, project scoping, estimates, and proposals.
Engage directly with customers to understand requirements, present solutions, and build long-term trusted relationships.
Represent the company as a technical leader in systems integration with customers, partners, and industry organizations.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related technical discipline (Master's preferred).
12+ years of progressive experience in engineering and controls, with significant experience in systems integration.
Demonstrated experience actively managing department-level P&Ls of $40M+, with financial expertise in managing EBITDA, margins, and revenue.
Proven leadership experience managing and developing engineering teams.
Strong working knowledge of industrial control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, industrial networks, and automation platforms.
Experience with low-voltage (120V and similar) electrical power systems and integration in industrial or commercial environments.
Demonstrated ability to lead complex, multidisciplinary projects.
Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) license in electrical or control systems.
Experience in industries such as utilities, power generation, renewables, oil & gas, manufacturing, or critical infrastructure.
Familiarity with cybersecurity standards for industrial control systems.
Experience in a service-based or EPC-adjacent organization.

Core Competencies

Technical leadership and sound engineering judgment
Strategic thinking and execution
Team development and mentorship
Customer focus and relationship management
Safety and quality mindset
Collaboration across disciplines and business units

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