Associate Director - Grid Interconnection

• Fully remote position to grow project portfolios in power & energy
• Engineer & Design leading company supporting grid mod infrastructure
  
  

About Our Client

Our client is a leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the land development and energy markets. Voted on as a best place to work and recognized in the ENR Top 100 and fastest growing companies.

Job Description

As an Associate Director, you will play a key role in both technical execution and team leadership. This position is ideal for a senior-level professional who enjoys leading teams, supporting clients, driving project delivery, and staying close to the technical work. The Associate Director will help mentor project managers and engineering staff, support business development efforts, and contribute to the continued growth and operational success of Power Delivery practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Support senior leadership in leading Power Delivery projects across transmission, distribution, substations, protection and controls, interconnection, and related electrical infrastructure
• Provide technical guidance and oversight for engineering, design, project execution, and quality control activities
• Manage, mentor, and support Project Managers, engineers, designers, and technical staff within the Power Delivery team
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients on active projects, ensuring clear communication, strong relationships, and successful project delivery
• Assist in managing project performance, including scope, budget, schedule, staffing, and resource planning
• Partner with leadership on business development efforts, including maintaining existing client relationships and supporting new opportunities
• Help grow and develop the team through recruiting, onboarding, mentorship, and technical development
• Support operational improvements by helping refine internal processes, standards, workflows, and delivery practices
• Assist with annual planning efforts, including forecasting, staffing needs, project backlog, and market growth initiatives
• Help ensure consistency, quality, and technical excellence across project deliverables
• Support coordination across internal teams, clients, utilities, and external project stakeholders
• Promote a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team environment
  
  

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field; PE license preferred
• 8 years of experience in Power Delivery, electric utility, consulting, or related power infrastructure work
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: transmission, distribution, substations, protection and controls, power system studies, interconnection, or utility infrastructure
• Proven experience managing projects, leading teams, and supporting client relationships
• Ability to provide technical oversight while also supporting project management, staffing, and operational needs
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior staff and develop engineering or design talent
• Strong understanding of engineering and design workflows for power delivery projects
• Experience working with utility clients, renewable energy clients, developers, or large-scale infrastructure clients preferred
• Interest in growing into a broader senior leadership role with increasing responsibility over time
  
  

What's On Offer

• Competitive base salary ranging from $140,000 to $180,000 (USD).
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards - Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences
  
  

Compensation

• Competitive Compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match
• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
  
  

If you are ready to take your career in energy and natural resources to the next level, apply today!

Contact: Dom Delia

Quote job ref: JN-062026-7040909