Director of HV Engineering

Amica Talent; United States; Remote; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Amica Talent is seeking a Director of High Voltage Engineering to oversee transmission and substation design projects across North America. This strategic role will require strong leadership and project management skills within the renewable and utility sector. The position offers flexibility, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, a 401k match, and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid maternity leave

Child care support

Pension plan

Paid paternity leave

Student loan assistance

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in high voltage engineering.
• 5+ years managing engineering teams.
• In-depth knowledge of utility-scale HV systems.

Responsibilities

• Build, manage, and grow a high-performing engineering team.
• Lead engineering operations including design delivery.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and engineering codes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Budgeting

Resource Planning

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering

Professional Engineering License

Tools

IEEE standards

ANSI standards

NEC standards

NESC standards

Job description

This range is provided by Amica Talent. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$200,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Amica Talent

Clean Energy Talent Consultant @ Amica Talent | Clean Energy Recruitment

Director of High Voltage – Substation & Transmission

We're hiring a Director of High Voltage Engineering to lead the growth and delivery of substation and transmission design projects across North America. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced leader to step into a strategic role that blends engineering, project execution, team-building, and business development — all within the fast-moving renewable and utility energy space.

What You’ll Do

• Build, manage, and grow a high-performing high voltage (HV) engineering team focused on transmission line and substation design.
• Lead engineering operations including design delivery, quality assurance, and proposal development.
• Oversee team budget, profitability, and project timelines across multiple HV initiatives.
• Serve as technical authority across complex T&D projects in the utility and renewable sectors.
• Collaborate with internal leadership to align project goals with long-term strategy and client needs.
• Guide the development of engineering proposals, technical specifications, and project plans.
• Maintain awareness of emerging technologies, materials, and industry standards.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, engineering codes (NEC, NESC, IEEE, ANSI), and QA/QC procedures.
• Travel up to 10% as required for client engagement or team oversight.

What You Bring

• 10+ years of experience in high voltage substation or transmission line engineering within consulting or design environments.
• 5+ years managing engineering teams and leading project execution.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering.
• Professional Engineering license (or eligibility to obtain).
• In-depth knowledge of utility-scale HV systems, including design theory, permitting, and construction considerations.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills.
• Skilled in project budgeting, resource planning, and business development.
• Familiarity with IEEE, ANSI, NEC, and NESC standards.

Why This Role?

• Take the reins in building a mission-critical HV engineering division across U.S. and Canadian markets.
• Be part of a company at the forefront of the renewable energy transition.
• Work in a flexible, values-driven culture that prioritizes innovation, impact, and career growth.
• Enjoy remote flexibility and a robust benefits package, including health coverage, 401k match, bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Management, and General Business

• Industries

  Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution, Engineering Services, and Electric Power Generation

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Child care support

Pension plan

Paid paternity leave

Student loan assistance

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

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