Principal Electrical Engineer - Power & Utilities Leader

NTH Consultants, Ltd.

Grand Rapids (MI)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 210,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Flexible-Hybrid Work Environment

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Job summary

NTH Consultants, Ltd. seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead the Electrical Engineering Power and Utilities Division.

The role combines technical leadership with strategic business development, focusing on client relationships, wining work, and mentoring staff in Michigan’s utility and municipal markets. You will help shape division standards, drive project scoping, and oversee complex electrical distribution projects from planning through commissioning, with flexibility to work from

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.
Professional Engineer licensure in Michigan, or ability to obtain Michigan licensure by reciprocity.
15+ years of progressive experience providing technical leadership and business development within the electrical power industry.
Significant experience and technical expertise in electric distribution including: system studies and improvements, substation upgrades, maintenance programs, relays and metering, small transmission projects, underground distribution, and testing / troubleshooting.
Ability to organize technical material into comprehensive reports and perform QA/QC reviews on work product.
Demonstrated success developing and winning engineering work through client relationships, proposals, qualifications packages, interviews, and presentations.
Demonstrated experience overseeing project planning, budgeting, delegation, staffing, and execution.
Experience negotiating project scope and fees with clients.
Experience advocating for clients with equipment manufacturers, utilities, developers, EPC contractors, and construction contractors.
Demonstrated ability to establish new client relationships, strengthen existing accounts, and develop long-term business opportunities.
Experience leading and growing a team of diverse professionals.
Strong organizational skills, accuracy, dependability, and ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively, lead problem-solving efforts, and interact effectively with clients to understand their needs.
Must hold a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel to and conduct field work at job sites/offices in Michigan.
May be required to perform job duties in the field and office, during non-standard work hours, as necessary.
Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Lead client relationships and business development for electrical distribution engineering in Michigan's utility and municipal markets.
Provide technical leadership, mentoring staff, and guiding design approaches and project scope.
Develop and maintain subject matter expertise in electrical power engineering and QA/QC oversight of studies and deliverables.
Lead large, complex, or high-profile projects and act as client lead and primary contact on strategic projects.
Support and direct project managers, engineers, and design staff to deliver high-quality professional services.
Provide executive oversight of project scope, technical approach, financial performance, staffing, client satisfaction, and risk management.
Conduct periodic site and client visits during planning, design, construction, and commissioning phases.
Lead and grow a team within the division and help shape division culture and standards.
Define growth strategies, understand regulations and market drivers, and tailor services to client needs.