Confidential Opportunity: Director of Electrical Engineering
Overview
A leading North American industrial organization is seeking a Director of Electrical Engineering to lead electrical design efforts across a large portfolio of complex energy and industrial facilities.
This role oversees all electrical engineering activities supporting multi-site operations and capital projects, with responsibility for high-, medium-, and low-voltage infrastructure. The Director will guide design standards, lead a team of subject matter experts, and partner cross-functionally to support both ongoing operations and strategic growth initiatives.
This is a high-impact leadership role with visibility across engineering, operations, and executive leadership.
Scope of Role
Lead electrical engineering strategy and design execution across 30+ facilities in North America
Oversee electrical systems including:
High-voltage (approx. 26kV-230kV)
Medium-voltage (approx. 5kV-13.8kV)
Low-voltage distribution systems
Drive design and integration of:
Switchgear, transformers, generators, MCCs, motors, and protective relaying
Arc flash and short-circuit studies
Balance-of-plant and industrial process systems
Support a broad range of industrial equipment tied to power generation and plant operations
This role is based in a corporate engineering environment with strong collaboration across field operations, engineering teams, and project groups.
~30% travel required.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
Lead, prioritize, and assign work across the electrical engineering team and SMEs
Provide design leadership for capital projects, plant upgrades, and expansions
Oversee development and continuous improvement of electrical design standards and specifications
Support plant operations with troubleshooting, upgrades, and performance improvements
Manage external engineering consultants and ensure quality, cost-effective deliverables
Lead front-end engineering/design (FEL) activities and feasibility studies
Evaluate total cost of ownership (CapEx & OpEx) for new and retrofit solutions
Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement
Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and implement sustainable corrective actions
Drive lessons learned programs to improve future designs and standards
Support initiatives to reduce downtime and improve productivity across sites
Conduct technical risk assessments (arc flash, protective relaying, system reliability)
Lead FMEA and reliability initiatives for critical systems
Support technical due diligence for global equipment sourcing
Leadership & Team Development
Build, mentor, and develop a team of electrical engineering specialists
Drive performance management, coaching, and career development
Support resource planning, budgeting, and project prioritization
Partner with cross-functional teams (operations, sourcing, PMO, field services, regional engineering)
Contribute technical input to strategic initiatives and potential growth opportunities
Qualifications
Education
Experience
15-20+ years of electrical engineering experience
5+ years of leadership/people management experience
Background in one or more of the following environments:
Power generation or energy facilities
Large industrial or manufacturing environments
Data centers or mission-critical infrastructure
Engineering consulting / design firms
Strong experience with:
Medium- and high-voltage electrical systems
Switchgear, MCCs, relays, transformers
Full project lifecycle (design through commissioning/startup preferred)
Experience supporting operations, maintenance, or plant troubleshooting is a plus
Exposure to global sourcing / vendor evaluation is a plus
Core Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to manage multiple complex projects with minimal oversight
Effective communicator across technical and executive audiences
Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams
Preferred Certifications
Professional Engineer (PE) license (highly preferred)
Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) preferred
Additional Notes
This is a high-visibility leadership role with a strong focus on long-term asset strategy, capital investment, and operational excellence
Offers the opportunity to influence engineering standards and infrastructure across a large-scale, multi-site operation
In accordance with New York salary transparency requirements, the anticipated annual base salary range for positions is: $200k-$250k annually. Actual compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated project leadership background.
Search managed by: Danielle Morris - danielle.morris@LHH.com
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
Pay Details: $154,000.00 to $254,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Danielle Morris
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.