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[Remote] Engineering Supervisor Physical Electrical – Substation Services - REMOTE WORK

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Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Orbital Engineering, Inc. is currently seeking an Engineering Supervisor – Physical Electrical to support our Substation Engineering group for a REMOTE WORK position. The role involves leading a team of engineers and designers in the design, development, installation, and maintenance of electrical substations, ensuring project execution to high standards and compliance with industry regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a small team of designers in the design, development, installation, and maintenance of electrical substations
  • Manage the execution of physical design projects of all sizes, including resource planning, risk management, and project delivery
  • Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and manage career development for designers
  • Prepare or oversee the preparation of cost estimates and schedules for physical design projects
  • Allocate direct reports effectively to meet project demands
  • Work closely with project managers and design managers to ensure that the portion of the project that is assigned is executed efficiently and to high standards
  • Discuss any staffing needs with design managers as they arise
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to direct reports, fostering professional growth and ensuring best practices are followed
  • Oversee the preparation of physical designs
  • Ensure the timely resolution of design issues, providing expert troubleshooting and problem-solving support
  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring strong communication and coordination throughout project lifecycles
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution and timely delivery of services
  • Assist in the preparation of proposals
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations for electrical substations
  • Perform quality reviews of your direct report’s work
  • Assist in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize substation design, operation, and maintenance processes
  • Stay current on industry advancements, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes to maintain the company’s competitive edge

Skills

  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in the design of electrical substations
  • Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Ability to effectively organize multiple physical design assignments and competing priorities to produce accurate products on time
  • Experience managing physical design projects, including budgeting, scheduling and risk management
  • Ability to collaborate in cross-functional work teams
  • Demonstrated analytical and decision-making skills, and a successful record of positive interactions with clients
  • Experience in creating and reviewing substation design drawings
  • Proficiency with current software applications used to perform substation design work
  • Ability to successfully work with remotely located team members
  • This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment
  • PE license highly preferred

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
  • A 401(k)-retirement savings plan
  • Supplemental insurance options
  • Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
  • Company-paid short-term disability coverage
  • A generous paid time off program

Company Overview

  • For 50 years, Orbital Engineering has provided the full-service Engineering, Risk Mitigation, and Project Delivery expertise of a large company with the flexibility, responsiveness, cost advantages, and personal attention of a local company. It was founded in 1969, and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://orbitalengr.com.
  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • Orbital Engineering, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2023, 1 in 2022, 2 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
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