Remote HV Project Lead: Substations & Interconnections

Koch; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

DEPCOM Power, a Koch company, seeks a High Voltage Project Manager to lead turnkey HV substation and interconnection projects across the Midwest. You will drive execution from engineering through commissioning, manage EPC contractors, review designs, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

The role is remote in the U.S. with ~50% travel. A Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, HV design experience, and strong leadership are required. PE license preferred; visa sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• Experience managing high-voltage substation, transmission, interconnection, or utility infrastructure projects
• Experience reviewing and interpreting high-voltage engineering drawings, specifications, studies, and construction deliverables
• Knowledge of substation design, construction practices, protection and control systems, and utility interconnection requirements
• Experience managing EPC contractors, engineering consultants, and cross-functional project stakeholders
• Knowledge of industry standards including NESC, NEC, IEEE, and ANSI
• Valid driver's license
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship now or in the future

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of high-voltage substation and interconnection projects from engineering through commissioning and closeout.
• Drive project performance by managing scope, schedule, budget, risk mitigation plans, and key project deliverables.
• Manage and influence EPC contractors, engineering consultants, utilities, vendors, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Lead technical reviews of substation engineering packages, protection and control designs, equipment specifications, and construction drawings to ensure quality and constructability.
• Review, evaluate, and provide direction on high-voltage design documentation, studies, and engineering deliverables throughout the project lifecycle.
• Champion safe execution by ensuring compliance with company standards, industry regulations, and applicable electrical codes.
• Drive accountability with contractors and suppliers by monitoring performance, resolving issues, and ensuring adherence to contractual and technical requirements.
• Conduct site visits and field assessments to evaluate progress, identify risks, and influence timely resolution of technical and construction challenges.
• Partner with engineering and construction teams to proactively identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies that protect schedule and budget performance.
• Communicate project status, opportunities, challenges, and recommendations to senior leadership and project stakeholders.
• Support procurement activities for major high-voltage equipment and materials while influencing technical and commercial decisions.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities and help drive best practices across DEPCOM's expanding substation project portfolio.

Skills

HV substation experience

Contractor management

Engineering drawings review

P&C systems knowledge

Interconnection requirements

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

PE license or licensure in progress

Job description

DEPCOM Power, a Koch company, seeks a High Voltage Project Manager to lead turnkey HV substation and interconnection projects across the Midwest. You will drive execution from engineering through commissioning, manage EPC contractors, review designs, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

The role is remote in the U.S. with ~50% travel. A Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, HV design experience, and strong leadership are required. PE license preferred; visa sponsorship is not offered.