Engineering Supervisor Physical Electrical – Substation Services

The Planet Group; Baton Rouge (LA); Remote; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits Package

Job summary

The Planet Group is seeking an Engineering Supervisor - Physical Electrical for a growing company in the Power Delivery and Electrical Engineering industry. This remote role leads a team of engineers and designers in the design, development, installation, and maintenance of electrical substations across the United States.

You will oversee substation design packages, manage budgets and schedules, mentor staff, ensure compliance with standards, and collaborate with clients and internal

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in the design of electrical substations.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license highly preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to organize multiple physical design assignments and competing priorities while producing accurate deliverables on time.
• Experience managing physical design projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated analytical and decision-making skills with a proven record of positive client interactions.
• Experience creating and reviewing substation design drawings.
• Proficiency with current software applications used to perform substation design work.
• Ability to work successfully with remotely located team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of designers in the design, development, installation, and maintenance of electrical substations.
• Manage the execution of physical design projects of all sizes, including resource planning, risk management, and project delivery.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and manage career development for designers.
• Prepare or oversee the preparation of cost estimates and schedules for physical design projects.
• Allocate direct reports effectively to meet project demands.
• Work closely with project managers and design managers to ensure project responsibilities are executed efficiently and to high standards.
• Communicate staffing needs to design managers as they arise.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to direct reports, fostering professional growth and ensuring best practices are followed.
• Oversee the preparation of physical designs and ensure timely resolution of design issues.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Project management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Professional Engineer license

Tools

Substation design software

Job description

Engineering Supervisor - Physical Electrical (Substation Services) - 653469

Remote

$140,000-$165,000 annually

Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM

Permanent Hire (Direct Hire)

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Competitive Benefits Package

The Planet Group is currently seeking an Engineering Supervisor - Physical Electrical for a growing company in the Power Delivery and Electrical Engineering industry. Qualified candidates must have a minimum of 4 years of experience in electrical substation design, experience managing physical design projects, and the ability to lead engineering and design teams. A Professional Engineer (PE) license is highly preferred.

Job Description

We are currently seeking an Engineering Supervisor - Physical Electrical to support the Substation Engineering group in a remote work position. This individual will lead a team of engineers and designers in the design, development, installation, and maintenance of electrical substations.

The Engineering Supervisor will be responsible for developing substation design packages for clients across the United States. Projects will vary in size, complexity, and voltage class, ranging from small distribution equipment upgrades to large transmission projects.

Essential Functions

Leadership and Team Management

• Lead a team of designers in the design, development, installation, and maintenance of electrical substations.
• Manage the execution of physical design projects of all sizes, including resource planning, risk management, and project delivery.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and manage career development for designers.

Budget and Resource Management

• Prepare or oversee the preparation of cost estimates and schedules for physical design projects.
• Allocate direct reports effectively to meet project demands.
• Work closely with project managers and design managers to ensure assigned project responsibilities are executed efficiently and to high standards.
• Communicate staffing needs to design managers as they arise.

Technical Expertise

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to direct reports, fostering professional growth and ensuring best practices are followed.
• Oversee the preparation of physical designs.
• Ensure timely resolution of design issues by providing expert troubleshooting and problem-solving support.

Client and Stakeholder Interaction

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring strong communication and coordination throughout project lifecycles.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution and timely delivery of services.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals.

Compliance and Safety

• Ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations for electrical substations.

Quality Assurance

• Perform quality reviews of direct reports' work to ensure accuracy and compliance with project requirements.

Continuous Improvement

• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to optimize substation design, operation, and maintenance processes.
• Stay current on industry advancements, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes to maintain the company's competitive edge.

Other Duties

Please note that this job posting does not list all duties and responsibilities required for this position. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in the design of electrical substations.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license highly preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to organize multiple physical design assignments and competing priorities while producing accurate deliverables on time.
• Experience managing physical design projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated analytical and decision-making skills, with a successful record of positive client interactions.
• Experience creating and reviewing substation design drawings.
• Proficiency with current software applications used to perform substation design work.
• Ability to work successfully with remotely located team members.

Additional Employment Requirement:

This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations. Employees are also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.

About The Planet Group

The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation - connecting the right people with the right opportunities.

Named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the US, The Planet Group operates with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results - building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.

EEOC Compliance Statement

The Planet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.