Senior Project Engineer, Substation Engineering

Exo Group, LLC; United States; Teletrabalho; USD 160 000 - 240 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Exo Group, LLC is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead substations design and project execution in the United States. You will manage complex engineering scope, coordinate with clients and internal teams, and mentor less experienced staff.

This role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of codes and standards, and periodic travel to project sites. Exo offers a collaborative, high-performance environment with growth opportunities.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• PE Licensed.
• Knowledge of codes and standards.
• Knowledge of Project Management Principles.
• 20+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to manage project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Proven mentoring and training experience.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Scheduling Software (e.g. Project, P6, Other).
• Engineering Software (e.g. AutoCAD, Etc.).

Responsabilidades

• Perform complex design and analysis independently.
• Design major and unique projects.
• Lead large teams, major projects, and programs of projects.
• Coordinate scope, schedule, and budget with project manager.
• Communicate effectively with team members to achieve project objectives.
• Participate in project meetings.
• Consult clients, vendors, and other project stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced staff.
• Lead business development and proposal development.
• Participate within the industry.
• Confirm design work is produced following quality procedures.
• Ensure designs meet client standards, safety, design code, constructability, and cost-efficiency requirements.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Software proficiency

Project management

Team leadership

Mentoring staff

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Collaboration

MS Office

Scheduling software

Engineering software

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Ferramentas

AutoCAD

P6

Project management tools

MS Project

Descrição da oferta de emprego

At Exo, engineering isn’t just a job — it’s a craft we love, a team we trust, and a place where great people come to do the best work of their careers. We’re a small, high-performance engineering team built on clarity, quality, and deep expertise. That size is our advantage: we move fast, stay flexible, and keep our focus exactly where it belongs — on our people, our projects, and our clients.

We’re a team of passionate engineers who genuinely enjoy the work and enjoy working together. You’ll find experts who freely share knowledge and leaders who backstop the team. We care about expertise, we care about growth, and we care about delivering outcomes that genuinely matter — for our clients and to each other. And yes — we have fun doing it.

This role sits within Exo’s Substation Engineering group, responsible for designing the substations that anchor and protect the transmission system. You’ll work across disciplines to deliver safe, clear, and high-quality engineering solutions.

If you want to join a place where your performance is recognized, your growth is supported, and your impact is felt immediately, you’ll fit right in. Here, you’ll tackle challenging power-delivery projects, collaborate with people who love this industry, and contribute to a company that ’ s shaping it. We ’ re building something special — nimble, ambitious, fair, and full of good energy — and we ’ re looking for people who want to help shape what comes next.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex design and analysis independently.
• Conduct engineering and design using engineering software and internal tools.
• Design major and unique projects.
• Lead large teams, major projects, and programs of projects.
• Coordinate scope, schedule, and budget with project manager.
• Communicate effectively with team members to achieve project objectives.
• Participate in project meetings.
• Consult clients, vendors, and other project stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced staff.
• Lead business development and proposal development.
• Participate within the industry.
• Confirm design work is produced following quality procedures.
• Ensure designs meet client standards, safety, design code, constructability, and cost-efficiency requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in software described in Key Competencies.
• PE Licensed.
• Knowledge of relevant codes and standards.
• Knowledge of Project Management Principles.
• 20+ years of relevant experience.
• Collaboration within team environments.
• Large team leadership experience.
• Ability to manage project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Proven experience mentoring and training less experienced staff.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Scheduling Software (e.g. Project, P6, Other).
• Engineering Software (e.g. AutoCAD, Etc.).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time while working on a computer or reviewing technical documents.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers, keyboards, and monitors.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, and project stakeholders.
• Ability to occasionally move about construction sites, utility corridors, or industrial facilities during field visits or inspections.
• Ability to traverse uneven terrain, stairs, or ladders when accessing project locations or viewing structural elements, when required.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move items up to approximately 25 pounds, such as field equipment, documents, or sample materials.
• Ability to travel periodically to project sites, client meetings, or fabrication facilities as project needs require.

Mental and Cognitive Work Demands

• Ability to analyze complex technical information and apply engineering principles to solve problems.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail and accuracy while performing engineering calculations, modeling, and design review.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects or deadlines in a professional work environment.
• Ability to interpret engineering codes, standards, and technical documents.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively in written and verbal formats.
• Ability to exercise professional judgment and make informed engineering decisions.
• Work is performed primarily in a professional office environment, with periodic travel to construction sites, substations, or utility infrastructure locations.
• Field visits may involve exposure to outdoor weather conditions, construction activity, and industrial environments, and may require the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

FLSA Status:Exempt

Pay Range:$160,000-$240,000

Reports to:Vice President, Substation Engineering Services

Note: The above job description is a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements typically associated with the role of a Senior Project Engineer.The specific duties and requirements may vary depending on organizational requirements and industry standards.

Exo is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.