Power Engineering Director

DLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative, mission-critical solutions across hyperscale data centers, advanced infrastructure, and high-performance building systems. With over four decades of expertise, we partner with some of the world’s most influential companies to design and optimize environments that demand precision, scalability, and resilience.

Join us and be part of a team where your voice matters, your work makes an impact, and your growth is a shared priority.

Position Title: Power Engineering Director

Position Location: Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States 

Salary 

DLB recognizes salary ranges from job boards do not necessarily reflect our pay ranges.  In many instances we out-compete those ranges for well-qualified candidates. 

Job Summary 

DLB is establishing its Power Engineering practice and is seeking a Power Engineering Director to lead and grow this service line from the ground up. This is a practice-building hire — the person who executes the strategic direction, makes the hires, builds technical credibility and positions DLB as a credible provider of utility-scale substation, BESS, microgrid, and grid integration engineering services across utility, renewable energy, data center, and industrial markets.  

The Power Engineering Director will serve as the senior technical and operational leader for the practice, partnering with executive leadership to set strategy, develop engineering standards, drive business development, and build the team and capabilities necessary to scale. 

The Power Engineering Director operates with a high degree of autonomy, receiving strategic direction from executive leadership. This role is responsible for leading engineering teams, driving strategic initiatives, supporting organizational planning, and developing the people, processes, and technical capabilities necessary to scale the practice. As the practice matures, the Director may also be called upon to support executive leadership in evaluating strategic M&A or partnership opportunities that could accelerate Power Solutions growth, expand delivery capabilities, or add technical depth to the team. 

The Power Engineering Director will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives. The power engineering director will report into the Design Department Executive Director. 

Essential Functions 

Practice Leadership & Team Management (40%) 

• Lead, manage, and develop the power engineering team including Lead Engineers, Senior Engineers, and supporting staff across substation, BESS, and grid integration disciplines 

• Lead strategic planning for the Power Engineering practice in partnership with executive leadership 

• Provide technical direction, mentorship, and quality oversight across all power engineering projects and deliverables 

• Serve as the senior technical authority for substation design, BESS/IBR interconnection, protection & control, and grid integration engineering 

• Establish, implement, and maintain engineering standards, design criteria, QA/QC processes, and quality management systems for the power engineering practice 

• Oversee engineering deliverables for technical accuracy, constructability, code compliance, and EOR accountability 

• Partner with DLB executive leadership on practice growth strategy, service line development, and resource planning 

• Build and maintain DLB's reputation as a qualified power engineering firm with clients, utilities, developers, and industry partners 

• Develop and execute initiatives that support the long-term growth of the practice, including staffing strategy, technical capabilities, and new service offerings 

• Identify and develop strategic industry partnerships with specialty engineering firms, electrical contractors, testing companies, and construction partners to support larger and more complex Power Solutions engagements and to extend field execution capability where required. 

Client Development & Technical Leadership (25%) 

• Serve as the senior technical authority and primary engineering point of contact for Power Solutions client engagements, converting ecosystem-sourced opportunities into scoped, contracted work. 

• Lead technical proposal development, statements of qualification, and RFP responses for power engineering services; provide the engineering credibility that supports DLB’s go-to-market positioning. 

• Serve as primary client relationship manager for key Power Solutions accounts in the utility, renewable energy, and data center markets once engagements are established. 

• Activate and expand DLB’s existing client relationships within the Power Solutions scope, identifying engineering service opportunities within accounts the firm already serves. 

• Support Accenture, Galtra, 2AI-DC, and other ecosystem partners by providing technical input, scoping support, and engineering authority for joint pursuits and shared client opportunities. 

• Represent DLB at industry conferences, utility meetings, interconnection forums, and technical events as the recognized expert for the Power Solutions practice. 

• Provide market intelligence to executive leadership on client needs, competitive dynamics, and emerging service opportunities within the utility-scale power engineering space. 

Technical Oversight & Project Delivery (25%) 

• Provide technical oversight and EOR review for power engineering projects across the team, ensuring quality, compliance, and liability management 

• Review and approve major engineering deliverables, study reports, and stamped documents produced by the team 

• Manage resource allocation, scheduling, and workload distribution across the power engineering team 

• Oversee resource forecasting, staffing plans, workload balancing, and utilization across the practice to support sustainable growth 

• Identify and resolve technical, contractual, and client issues escalated from the project team 

• Ensure compliance with NESC, NEC, NFPA, ANSI, IEEE, and applicable utility standards across all project deliverables 

• Support project financial performance including fee management, scope control, and practice profitability 

• Represent DLB in negotiations and technical discussions with utilities, developers, and AHJs 

Reporting (10%) 

• Report weekly to the Executive Directors and President on practice KPIs, revenue pipeline, headcount status, and financial performance against growth targets; maintain a standing executive dashboard for the Power Engineering practice. 

• Own practice P&L reporting and budget management; track and communicate variances, utilization rates, and margin performance on a regular cadence. 

• Maintain and report on the business development pipeline for the Power Engineering practice; provide regular pipeline updates to executive leadership including qualified opportunities, proposal activity, and win/loss trends. 

• Own the practice hiring roadmap; report regularly on recruiting progress, open requisitions, offer activity, and team capacity relative to project demand. 

• Monitor and communicate engineering quality, delivery performance, and client satisfaction metrics across the practice portfolio; escalate risks and issues to executive leadership with recommended corrective actions. 

Technology, Digital Tools & AI-Enabled Efficiency 

• Identify opportunities and leverage technology, digital platforms, and AI-enabled tools to enhance efficiency through workflow automation, reduced manual effort, and improved accuracy in forecasting, documentation, reporting, and quality processes. 

• Support adoption of emerging technologies -- including advanced analytics, data visualization tools, and digital construction management platforms -- to strengthen readiness, quality assurance, and project controls. 

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure technology solutions align with DLB standards for data security, privacy, and operational integrity. 

• Support a culture that embraces innovation, continuous improvement, and the strategic use of technology to optimize performance and scalability. 

Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget 

Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned 

Position Requirements (Advanced level for all the following)  

• Knowledge of organizational objectives and how they relate to company policies   

• Demonstrated ability to lead organizational initiatives, develop engineering standards, and influence strategic business decisions 

• Experience leading practice growth through hiring, mentoring, client development, and operational planning 

• Deep knowledge of utility-scale power engineering including substation design (AIS/GIS), BESS/IBR interconnection, protection & control, and grid integration across medium- and high-voltage systems 

• Demonstrated experience managing engineering teams and leading multi-disciplinary power systems projects from concept through commissioning 

• Strong business development skills including client relationship management, proposal leadership, and engineering services market development 

• Strong working knowledge of NESC, NEC, NFPA, ANSI, IEEE (1547, 2800, 80, 1584, 519), and utility interconnection standards 

• Knowledge of power systems analysis tools (ETAP, SKM, ASPEN) and working familiarity with EMT/transient simulation methodologies 

• Proven track record managing engineering practice P&L, team performance, and multi-project portfolios 

• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management 

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail, able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet tight deadlines under pressure 

• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace 

• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences and serve as a client-facing point of contact 

Physical Demands   

The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is  

• Frequently required to remain in a stationary position 

• Frequently moving through office, facility and other environments 

• On occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds   

Travel / Relocation Requirements 

• Up to 20%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states  

• Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc. 

Education / Experience 

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering 

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Electrical Engineering. 

PLUS 

• 15+ years of progressive power engineering experience with demonstrated leadership of substation, BESS, or grid integration projects. 

• Minimum 5 years in an engineering management, practice leadership, or department director role. 

• Proven track record as engineer of record on medium- to high-voltage utility electrical projects (substation, generation interconnection, or equivalent). 

• Experience leading, managing, and growing engineering teams of 5 or more engineers. 

Preferred / Strong Plus 

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or Business Administration (MBA). 

• Existing relationships with utility-scale developers, utilities, data center owners, or hyperscale clients in the power systems space 

• Direct experience establishing or formalizing a new engineering service line, including defining scope, building technical standards, and staffing from near-zero. 

• Direct, hands-on project experience with substation, BESS, microgrid, or inverter-based resource (IBR) interconnection from interconnection application through protection design and commissioning. 

Benefits

DLB Associates offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
• Flex spending accounts (FSA)
• Dental and vision plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment

CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only: In accordance with CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC law, the range provided is DLB's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location.

DLB Associates is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce.

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​NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

DLB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to DLB in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where DLB has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of DLB and DLB will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.