Engineering Manager (P.E. Required)

About Us

Established in 1993, Power Engineering Services, a

Quanta Services, Inc.

(NYSE:PWR) company, is a technical service organization specializing in commissioning, start up, and maintenance testing for utilities, industrial, governmental and commercial clients. We are in Converse, TX with clients throughout the United States as well as internationally.

PES performs electrical system analyses, along with acceptance and maintenance testing of electrical distributions. Our professional staff has contributed to the successful completion of major generation, distribution, and commercial projects throughout the world.

Joining our team means being part of an organization that values drive and inclusion. We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.

About This Role

Power Engineering Services (PES), a Quanta Services Company, is seeking an experienced

Engineering Manager (P.E. Required)

that is experienced in Power Utilities or is interested in working in the power engineering sector.

This position will be located in Converse, TX.

What You'll Do

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

- The Engineering Manager is responsible for overseeing the team of engineers performing the design, analysis, and optimization of electrical power systems for utility, industrial, and commercial clients. The role involves reviewing power system studies, providing technical support, and ensuring that electrical infrastructure meets safety, reliability, and efficiency standards.

- Independently apply extensive and diversified knowledge of electrical engineering principles and practices to ensure power system compliance with relevant specifications, codes, and client requirements.

- Conduct detailed power system studies including, but not limited to, load flow, short circuit, arc flash, coordination, harmonic, motor-starting, and DC studies using industry-standard software and tools.

- Directly oversee a team of up to 12 entry- and mid-level engineering staff, approve timesheets, conduct annual reviews, and work with project management to load balance engineering resources.

- Design, review and implement protection and control schemes for substations, transmission, and distribution systems, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and client requirements.

- Work with senior engineering peers to drive department-level process improvements relating to training, quality control, and human capital development.

- Assist the field team in the testing and commissioning of protection and control schemes.

- Work with project management as the engineering lead on projects to identify and engage all relevant project stakeholders including internal design team, permitting, construction, community members, governance authorities, and client project management to guarantee project success.

- Communicate complex engineering matters to a variety of project stakeholders.

- Independently manage time and schedule to achieve project milestones.

- Assist in the preparation of detailed estimations and risk management strategies for new opportunities.

- Prepare and review reports and studies meeting client requirements that present technical information in a clear and concise manner.

- Perform field walkdowns with internal staff, clients, customers, governance authorities, and construction partners as needed.

Travel as needed, typically

What You'll Bring

- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

- A Professional Engineering (P.E.) license that is Active and in good standing. (Active in Texas OR ability to obtain within 90 days of starting.)

- Minimum of 7 years of prior experience working on power systems.

- 3+ years of prior experience serving as the engineer of record on infrastructure and/or utility related designs. - 3+ years leading engineering teams.

- Proficiency in power system analysis software such as ETAP, SKM, CYME, or PowerWorld.

- Strong understanding of power generation, transmission, and distribution systems, as well as protection and control schemes.

- Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations (IEEE, NFPA, NESC, NEC, etc.).

- Experience using CAD-based software.

- Knowledge of engineering standards.

- Strong technology skills and an understanding of the Office365 suite of tools.

- Understanding of remote communication software.

- Ability to come up to speed quickly on in-process projects and hit the ground running.

- Experience working within an engineering focused project team.

What You'll Get

As a Quanta Services employee, we offer a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.

- 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting

- Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision

- Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA

- Short term and long-term benefits

- Employee discounts on consumer goods

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.