Electric Utility Engineering Manager
About the role
People + Problem Solving = Progress Excellence Through People! Come help us build PSE’s Michigan presence, develop a team around you, and become a trusted partner to utilities across the state, all backed by the resources and expertise of an established 50+ year engineering firm.
The position is an Electric Utility Engineering Manager to establish and lead PSE’s presence in Michigan, serving as a technical leader and trusted partner to utility clients while building and developing a local team.
Location: Potential locations include Grand Rapids, Traverse City, Lansing, or another Michigan community that provides strong access to clients and future colleagues.
Responsibilities
- Embrace, uphold, and live out PSE’s core values around People, Problem‑Solving, and Progress.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing team of engineers, designers, and technicians by providing technical guidance, coaching, performance management, and career development opportunities.
- Manage team members, project assignments, and client expectations to ensure high‑quality, on‑time project delivery.
- Provide technical consultation to electric utilities involving distribution system planning, power system analysis, distribution system design, protection and controls, and grid modernization initiatives.
- Review and approve engineering studies, designs, calculations, system models, drawings, specifications, and technical reports to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance with applicable standards.
- Support the evaluation and integration of distributed energy resources (DER), battery energy storage systems (BESS), renewable generation, and emerging utility technologies.
- Ensure compliance with applicable industry codes and standards, including NESC, NEC, IEEE, ANSI, and state and utility‑specific requirements.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver integrated solutions across distribution, transmission, substations, renewable energy, and utility infrastructure projects.
- Oversee project schedules, budgets, resource planning, and technical execution to ensure successful project delivery.
- Develop and maintain relationships with utility clients while serving as a technical resource throughout project execution.
- Support business development by assisting with proposals, project scoping, and identifying opportunities to expand engineering services.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
- 6+ years of experience in electric utility engineering, power systems, distribution, transmission, or related engineering disciplines.
- Utility experience is required; consulting experience is preferred.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required or ability to obtain licensure.
Skills
- Strong technical knowledge of electric utility systems, engineering principles, and industry best practices.
- Proven leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.
- Excellent project management and organizational abilities with experience balancing multiple priorities.
- Strong understanding of project financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning.
- Ability to build trusted relationships with clients, stakeholders, and cross‑functional teams.
Pay
Salary range: $124,743 – $166,080 annually, reflecting the anticipated base salary for six to twenty years of relevant experience. Placement level will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience, education, and technical expertise.
Benefits
- Annual performance‑based profit‑sharing bonus
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer safe‑harbor contribution
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Comprehensive health, health savings account (HSA), dental, vision, flexible spending account (FSA) & dependent care reimbursement account
- Life insurance, short & long‑term disability, and other voluntary coverages
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time off (VTO)
- Professional development opportunities and educational assistance