Lead Distribution Engineering & Projects

LUMA Energy; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

LUMA Energy in the United States seeks a senior engineering leader to supervise teams handling NPC, DG, substations, and electrical certification processes. You will ensure regulatory compliance, operational continuity, and adherence to standards while guiding staff through training and strategic initiatives.

You will drive process improvements, optimize resources, monitor metrics, and oversee performance management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from ABET‑accredited university.
• Electrical Engineering degree from ABET‑accredited university (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Supervises NPC, DG, substation, and electrical certification processes from evaluation to connection.
• Manages DG projects over 25 kVA, disconnections/reconnections of private substations, and certs for new customers.
• Assigns tasks, sets priorities, and monitors timely execution; supports staff development.
• Coaches engineers, manages performance, and plans succession.
• Ensures technical consistency and quality by guiding engineering practices and resolving issues.
• Drives process improvements and optimizes resources across the group; analyzes metrics for trends.
• Tracks team expenses and payroll; ensures budget adherence and cost control.
• Ensures compliance with standards and legal requirements to minimize risk.
• Participates in critical restoration tasks during storms or emergencies to maintain service.
• Executes additional responsibilities based on business needs.

Skills

Leadership & Team Mgmt

Technical Problem Solving

Strategic Process Improvement

Collaboration & Communication

Budget & Resource Oversight

Education

ABET-accredited Engineering degree

Electrical Engineering degree preferred

Job description

LUMA Energy in the United States seeks a senior engineering leader to supervise teams handling NPC, DG, substations, and electrical certification processes. You will ensure regulatory compliance, operational continuity, and adherence to standards while guiding staff through training and strategic initiatives.

You will drive process improvements, optimize resources, monitor metrics, and oversee performance management.