Engineering Department Manager

Quanta Power Solutions; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Weekly pay

401(k) retirement plan

Holiday pay

Paid time off (PTO)

Comprehensive health coverage

Pet insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Professional development opportunities

Tuition assistance

Employee discount program

Job summary

Quanta Power Solutions is seeking an experienced Engineering Department Manager to lead a team of design professionals, interns, and co-ops on complex EPC and infrastructure projects. You will ensure safe, on-time, on-budget delivery while fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture.

The role combines administrative leadership, workforce planning, training oversight, and operational management with close partnership to executive teams to drive continuous improvement and project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience supervising large office-based engineering teams.
• Strong leadership, communication, and strategic planning abilities.

Responsibilities

• Set departmental goals, priorities, and strategic initiatives.
• Staffing, workload balancing, and resource allocation across projects.
• Mentor, coach, and develop team members for performance and growth.
• Develop training programs to strengthen technical, operational, and leadership capabilities.
• Conduct performance reviews using KPIs and metrics.
• Monitor budget adherence, schedule, quality, and productivity.

Skills

Staff leadership

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Independent work

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Job description

About Us

Quanta Power Solutions brings together the industry-leading capabilities and resources of Quanta's operating companies to deliver complete EPC solutions. Our integrated approach spans power generation, battery energy storage, renewables, transmission, substation, and underground infrastructure — from concept to commissioning, we execute complex power infrastructure projects with the speed, certainty, and operational excellence our customers depend on.

About Us

Quanta Power Solutions brings together the industry-leading capabilities and resources of Quanta's operating companies to deliver complete EPC solutions. Our integrated approach spans power generation, battery energy storage, renewables, transmission, substation, and underground infrastructure — from concept to commissioning, we execute complex power infrastructure projects with the speed, certainty, and operational excellence our customers depend on.

At Quanta Power Solutions, we are driven by a culture of safety, integrity, and disciplined execution — and we're building a team that shares that commitment.

About This Role

Quanta Power Solutions is seeking an experienced and strategic Engineering Department Manager to oversee a team of engineering design professionals, interns, and co-op staff supporting complex EPC and infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for ensuring deliverables are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

The Department Manager will provide administrative leadership, workforce planning, training oversight, and operational management while partnering closely with leadership teams to drive departmental success and continuous improvement initiatives.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with company leadership to establish departmental goals, priorities, and strategic initiatives


• Manage staffing, workload balancing, and resource allocation across projects and operational tasks


• Lead, mentor, coach, and develop team members to achieve performance objectives and career growth


• Develop and implement training programs to strengthen technical, operational, and leadership capabilities within the department


• Conduct regular employee performance reviews using established KPIs and operational metrics


• Monitor and evaluate:
  
  
  
  • On-time completion of tasks and projects
  
  
  • Budget adherence and resource utilization
  
  
  • Quality and accuracy of deliverables
  
  
  • Team collaboration and communication effectiveness
  
  
  • Compliance with safety policies and company standards
  
  
  • Employee development and training participation
  
  
  
  


• Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies to enhance team performance and project execution


• Promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and integrity throughout the department


• Evaluate schedules and manpower requirements while proactively adjusting workloads and staffing needs


• Review and approve departmental deliverables, reports, and documentation


• Ensure department activities meet company procedures, client requirements, and project expectations


• Communicate scope, schedule, and resource changes in a timely manner


• Plan and organize team collaboration initiatives, mentoring efforts, and training programs


• Track and report department performance metrics related to budget, schedule, quality, staffing, and productivity


• Support procurement activities and administrative processes as needed


• Participate in ongoing professional development planning and organizational growth initiatives


• Employee may be required to visit job sites, field offices, and customer locations

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls, Process Engineering, or related field)


• Minimum 10 years of experience supervising and managing large office-based teams, including staffing, scheduling, performance evaluations, training programs, and operational oversight


• Proven ability to lead diverse teams, maintain high productivity standards, and foster a collaborative work environment


• Strong knowledge of business operations, scheduling, workforce planning, and resource management


• Ability to interpret organizational goals and implement best practices to support operational success


• Excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills


• Strong strategic planning, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities


• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently within fast-paced environments


• Excellent written communication and documentation skills


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments and leadership teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting EPC, engineering, construction, utility, industrial, or infrastructure environments


• Familiarity with project controls, budgeting, forecasting, and operational performance metrics


• Experience leading continuous improvement and organizational development initiatives


• Background supporting multidisciplinary engineering or technical teams

What You'll Get

• Competitive Compensation


• Weekly Pay


• 401(k) Retirement Plan


• Holiday Pay


• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Comprehensive Health Coverage


• Pet Insurance


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Professional Development Opportunities


• Tuition Assistance


• Employee Discount Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.