DIrector of Substation Engineering

Location Houston
Discipline: Transmission & Distribution
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Karl Vaughan

Contact email: karlv@venda-search.com
Job ref: 38273
Published: 2 days ago

Director of Substation Engineering

Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid)
Compensation: $180k–$200k DOE + 401k, Health Insurance, Vacation, PTO, Bonus

 

About the Client

Our client is a leading consulting firm specializing in Transmission & Distribution (T&D) design and field services. With a strong reputation in the utility, renewable energy, and battery storage sectors, they are committed to sustainable growth. Known for their employee-centric culture, they offer competitive benefits and a supportive environment that empowers their teams to succeed.

 

Key Responsibilities

As Director of Substation Engineering, you will:

  • Lead and manage the Substation Design team supporting utility clients.
  • Drive team performance through hiring, mentoring, and performance reviews.
  • Maintain and grow client relationships, identifying opportunities for new business.
  • Represent the firm at industry events, client meetings, and presentations.
  • Oversee project management and execution from initiation through closeout, providing technical guidance.
  • Support QA/QC efforts and serve as Engineer of Record when needed (with reduced involvement as the team expands).

 

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • 10–20+ years of experience in HV substation design engineering.
  • Proven leadership in managing and mentoring engineering teams.
  • Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license (required).

 

ALL CANDIDATES MUST BE BASED IN THE US

 

Please contact Karl Vaughan for more information