About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineering Director to lead our electrical engineering practice across transportation and infrastructure projects. This strategic leadership role is ideal for a seasoned professional with deep technical expertise, strong business acumen, and a passion for innovation and sustainability. You will oversee complex electrical design projects, guide departmental standards, mentor engineering teams, and drive business development initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and high/low-voltage systems for transit infrastructure and building projects.
- Oversee preparation of electrical engineering reports, specifications, and construction documents.
- Conduct site assessments, field inspections, and system evaluations.
- Ensure compliance with national and local electrical codes, standards, and permitting requirements.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including architects, mechanical engineers, and contractors to ensure integrated project delivery.
- Mentor and develop junior and mid-level electrical engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
- Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables with a focus on quality and client satisfaction.
- Integrate energy-efficient and sustainable design principles into electrical systems.
- Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and internal teams.
- Lead business development efforts including client engagement, opportunity identification, and relationship management.
- Oversee the preparation of proposals, scopes of work, budgets, and presentations for prospective projects.
- Develop and implement department standards, guidelines, and best practices for electrical engineering processes.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Minimum 15 years of experience in electrical systems design specifically in substations, project leadership, and team management.
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of New York.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and electrical design software.
- Experience designing traction power substations and rail signaling systems
- Strong understanding of MTA, NJ Transit, PATH, and Amtrak requirements.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience in coordinating with utility providers.
- Proven interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to inspire teams and build consensus.
- Experience in business development strategy and proposal preparation.
Preferred:
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
- LEED Accreditation or experience with sustainable electrical design.
- Experience with Overhead Catenary Systems (OCS) and railroad substation upgrades.
- Experience designing ITS and traffic signal systems
- Experience designing Roadway and tunnel lighting design