Manager, Electrical Engineering

Manager, Electrical Engineering

Location: Hybrid - New Orleans, LA

Travel: Up to 15% (Domestic & International)

About the Role

We are seeking a Manager, Electrical Engineering with a strong engineering mindset to lead an electrical design team supporting a diverse portfolio of capital projects. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineering leader who thrives at the intersection of technical excellence, people leadership, and project delivery.

You will be responsible for guiding electrical engineering efforts across the full project lifecycle-from early planning and design through execution-while ensuring high-quality, code-compliant, and cost-effective solutions. Success in this role requires systems thinking, disciplined execution, and the ability to lead teams through complexity and change.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage an electrical engineering design team supporting small operational projects through large-scale capital initiatives, applying sound engineering judgment and best practices across all workstreams
• Ensure the timely, accurate, and high-quality delivery of all electrical engineering deliverables, aligned with defined scope, budget, and schedule objectives
• Drive consistent application of applicable codes, industry standards, and internal engineering practices across projects
• Champion fit-for-purpose engineering solutions that balance technical rigor, constructability, safety, and long-term operability
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement through the development and adoption of engineering standards, tools, and best practices
• Evaluate team structure and resourcing needs to ensure projects are properly staffed with the right technical expertise at the right time
• Oversee engineering processes, systems, software tools, and quality audits to ensure compliance and efficiency
• Collaborate closely with Procurement, Construction, and Operations teams to maintain execution alignment and mitigate project risks
• Contribute to risk assessments, technical reviews, safety initiatives, and cross-discipline coordination efforts
• Mentor, coach, and develop engineers, strengthening both technical capability and leadership bench strength

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate engineering discipline with 10 years of engineering experience
• OR
• Master's degree in an appropriate engineering discipline with 8 years of engineering experience
• Proven experience managing or leading design engineering teams on large, complex projects
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 15%, domestically and internationally

Preferred Qualifications & Engineering Mindset

• Deep technical understanding of electrical engineering systems, design methodologies, and modern engineering technologies
• Working knowledge of industry regulations, design criteria, and applicable engineering standards
• Strong project planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multi-discipline interdependencies
• Experience with drawing production, document control, progress measurement, and engineering controls
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization
• Solid understanding of how engineering integrates with procurement, construction, and commissioning throughout the project lifecycle
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and inspire teams while providing coaching and technical mentorship
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with comfort navigating complex technical challenges

Why This Role

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by shaping how electrical engineering is executed across critical capital projects. If you are an engineering leader who values technical excellence, structured problem-solving, and collaborative delivery, this role provides both challenge and influence.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.