Substation Discipline Manager at Nexus Engineering Group Inc – Cleveland, Ohio

Overview

The Substation Discipline Manager provides strategic, technical, and leadership for Nexus Engineering Group’s substation engineering team. This role is responsible for aligning engineering execution with business objectives, ensuring consistent application of technical standards, and developing a highperforming substation team, as well as working in close coordination with the Power & Energy Director

The Substation Discipline Manager oversees project execution across the discipline, manages quality and risk, supports strong client partnerships, and plays a key role in mentoring engineers and designers. This position is intended for leaders who value technical excellence, thoughtful decisionmaking, and longterm team success, while collaborating closely with project management, other engineering disciplines, and Nexus leadership.

Technical & Project Leadership

• Direct and facilitate the design of highvoltage substations (15 kV to 500 kV), including physical layout, structures, wiring, and control systems
• Ensure discipline deliverables meet Nexus, client, utility, and industry technical standards
• Oversee the application of client standards, safety codes, and applicable regulations across substation projects
• Responsible for conducting and coordinating with others on technical QAQC design reviews, independent checks, and quality evaluations of calculations, drawings, and specifications
• Support project teams in resolving complex technical challenges while maintaining scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives

Quality, Risk & Governance

• Work closely with the Substation SDE (Supervisory Discipline Engineer) on the QA/QC strategy for the substation discipline, including governance, training, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Promote a riskaware, qualityfocused culture with strong understanding of safety codes, constructability, and operational considerations
• Identify disciplinelevel risks and potential scope changes, partnering with project management to support resolution and client communication

People Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop substation engineers and designers, supporting both technical growth and leadership development
• Establish and support mentorship frameworks that promote skill development, knowledge transfer, and longterm capability building
• Conduct performance reviews, support development planning, and address performance challenges as needed
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and safetyfocused team culture
• Support succession planning and career pathways within the substation discipline

Resource Planning & Collaboration

• Partner with project management and engineering leadership to forecast workload, plan staffing needs, and balance resources across projects
• Coordinate closely with civil/structural, transmission line, and project management teams to ensure integrated project delivery
• Collaborate with other Nexus discipline managers and office leaders to improve consistency, efficiency, and delivery performance

Client & Business Support

• Manage client relationships at a strategic level, aligning engineering delivery with client and business objectives
• Support proposal development and project pursuits by providing technical input, execution strategies, and disciplinelevel risk considerations
• Represent the substation discipline in client meetings and internal leadership discussions as needed

Education & Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required
• Valid Driver’s License required

Experience

• 10+ years of progressive engineering experience with a strong focus on substation design
• Demonstrated experience leading technical teams and managing crossfunctional collaboration
• Proven ability to manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk on complex engineering projects

Technical Skills

• Experience in the design of substation physical structures, wiring, and control systems
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical (ACADE), Inventor, or similar design tools
• Strong understanding of safety codes, utility standards, and regulatory requirements
• Ability to interpret and apply client specifications and industry standards

Leadership & Professional Skills

• Resultsdriven and methodical, with strong analytical and organizational skills
• Leadershiporiented with a proven ability to align teams and drive successful outcomes
• Exceptional communicator with the ability to manage stakeholder expectations and lead with clarity and transparency
• Strategic thinker who balances technical excellence with project and business objectives

Competitive Benefits

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Why Nexus?

Nexus Engineering Group, a distinguished independent full-service engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCm) firm, provides comprehensive support to clients from concept through startup. With over a decade of demonstrated engineering and design success, Nexus stands out as the firm of choice for those valuing integrity and expertise.

At Nexus, you will be part of a talented and passionate team dedicated to excellence and innovation. We foster a collaborative and engaging work environment, making it a place where you’ll enjoy contributing to impactful projects. Joining Nexus means aligning with a firm renowned for its creativity, dedication, and relentless focus on achieving client goals.

Nexus Engineering Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Sponsorship & Work Authorization

Nexus Engineering Group is unable to sponsor employment authorization in the United States for this position.

ThirdParty Agency Notice

Nexus Engineering Group does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external recruiters or agencies. We only engage approved thirdparty partners under a written agreement initiated by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Any resumes submitted without prior authorization or a current agreement will not be eligible for placement fees and will be considered the property of Nexus Engineering Group.