Director of Electrical Engineering, Protection & Controls

Pond & Co.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Electrical Engineering to lead their Energy Power Services Team. This role requires a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in electrical protection and controls, particularly in high voltage substations. You will oversee the design and implementation of complex engineering projects, ensuring high-quality production while collaborating with a dynamic team. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions in a supportive environment, where your expertise will drive the future of engineering in energy services. Join a firm that values collaboration, growth, and excellence in every project.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Financial Benefits

Flexible Work Environment

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 15+ years of electrical protection and controls experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of control equipment layouts and wiring diagrams.
• Manage multiple projects ensuring timely completion and quality.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Protection and Control Fundamentals

SCADA Communication Design

Project Management

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineering License (PE)

Tools

CAD Software

Job description

Director of Electrical Engineering, Protection & Controls

Ready to turn your ambition into achievement? Join Pond & Company and be part of the team that’s redefining the future of Architectural, Engineering, Planning, Construction Management, and Environmental projects!

About the Position

We are searching for a Director of Electrical Engineering to manage protection and controls engineering for our growing Energy Power Services Team. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of related experience and will be based in one of the following Pond offices: Atlanta, GA; Peachtree Corners, GA; Tampa, FL; The Woodlands, TX; or Denver, CO. This person will be driven to grow, collaborate, and innovate while leading a dynamic team of engineering professionals. In this role, you will lead the detailed design of layouts for control equipment enclosures, schematic drawings, and wiring diagrams for specific transmission and substation projects. Your team’s work will require a strong understanding of power systems, transformers, protective relaying, and electrical engineering principles. You’ll be involved in the design and review of high voltage substations (23kV, 115kV, 230kV, and 500kV) and will develop expertise in protective relay settings calculations and analysis based on current and evolving standards (IEEE, NERC, etc.). The Director will manage multiple projects across different design stages, ensuring timely completion and meeting project schedule deadlines. You will provide design support during project implementation and collaborate with field personnel to ensure smooth execution. The role requires proficiency in CAD software and a focus on efficient, high-quality production of engineering work. You will also be responsible for conducting site visits for data gathering, creating procurement and construction specifications, evaluating contractor bids, and reviewing shop drawings. Additional responsibilities include preparing engineering fee estimates, field support during construction, creating quality control checklists for substation P&C design projects, and preparing detailed engineering release packages. The Director will also offer technical expertise and guidance to identify, analyze, and resolve complex problems, both within and outside the scope of typical responsibilities.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology accredited University
• Professional Engineering License (PE) preferred
• 15+ years of electrical protection and controls experience
• Advanced understanding of protection and control fundamentals in utility substation and transmission line equipment
• Experienced in design of protection schemes for substation and transmission line equipment, including bus, line, capacitor and transformer protection schemes and associated settings
• Advanced understanding of SCADA communication design
• Experience managing a design budget and schedule
• Ability to work well within a team environment, positive attitude, multi-task, and self-motivated to produce high quality work
• Ability and desire to learn and grow professionally

About Pond
Pond is an award-winning, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and environmental services firm providing professional solutions to clients throughout the U.S. and globally for nearly 60 years. Pond’s staff of 800+ professionals provide a deep bench strength of experience and capabilities to offer customized solutions that help clients manage projects from concept to completion – and everything in between – with confidence and clarity. Pond is currently ranked as the 80th largest engineering and design firm by ENR, Atlanta’s #1 engineering firm by Atlanta Business Chronicle, and has been recognized as an Employer of the Year by Georgia ACEC and a Best Place to Work for Working Parents.

Additional Information
Many factors are considered when determining compensation at Pond, including scope and level of position, geographic location, candidate skill, knowledge and experience. Starting base pay may vary depending on these factors. Please see the hiring range associated with this posting for more information. Additional cash incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on position offered.

All offers of employment made by Pond & Company are contingent upon satisfactory background check results. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted on all candidates that are offered a position at Pond in compliance with program policy as well as state and federal regulations. Additionally, offers may be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Employment decisions at Pond are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state and local laws in jurisdictions where we operate. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].

Apply for this position at careers.pondco.com.