High-Voltage Substation Project Lead — Engineering Leadership

Jobot; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid benefits for employee and

family

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Holiday Pay

Professional Development

Tuition Assistance

Pet Insurance

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced engineering leader to drive high-voltage transmission projects in the United States. The role covers from early design through construction and closeout, providing technical oversight and coordinating with operations, field teams, and customers to ensure safe, high-quality project delivery.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in engineering or engineering management, a formal engineering degree, and strong background in civil, structural, or electrical

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering or engineering management experience in utility or high-voltage infrastructure.
• Engineering degree required; PE license preferred.
• Strong background in civil, structural, or electrical engineering and utility standards.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams and managing complex projects.
• Knowledge of scheduling, contracts, estimating, and project controls.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering efforts across all project phases and support field operations as needed.
• Oversee external engineering firms, set performance expectations, and review deliverables.
• Maintain engineering standards, documentation practices, and quality controls.
• Forecast resource needs, manage staffing plans, and mentor engineering team members.
• Support proposal development, customer meetings, and overall project planning.
• Drive process improvements and integrate new technologies into engineering workflows.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and technical excellence.
• Stay current on industry codes, best practices, and emerging trends.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Team management

Project planning

Education

Engineering degree

PE license preferred

Job description

Jobot is seeking an experienced engineering leader to drive high-voltage transmission projects in the United States. The role covers from early design through construction and closeout, providing technical oversight and coordinating with operations, field teams, and customers to ensure safe, high-quality project delivery.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in engineering or engineering management, a formal engineering degree, and strong background in civil, structural, or electrical