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Substation Group Leader (Engineering Manager)

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Strong communication, leadership, and management skills
  • At least four years of experience supervising technical personnel
  • 8+ years of technical experience in substation design or related high-voltage electrical infrastructure
  • A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, engineering technology, or a related field is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of supervisors and technical staff, supporting growth and development across all experience levels
  • Foster a culture of open communication, trust, collaboration, and alignment with the Substation Power Generation team’s vision
  • Oversee project execution and quality assurance to ensure successful delivery of substation design projects
  • Serve as a client-facing leader, building strong relationships and representing Olsson with professionalism and deep technical understanding

Key facts

Other skills

  • Leadership
  • Quality Assurance
  • Mentorship
  • Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Problem Solving
  • Social Skills

About the company

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Olsson

Construction & Civil Engineering

We are Olsson, a nationally recognized, employee-owned engineering and design firm with a rich history of success. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we're here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it. Our most important asset is our people, and we are dedicated to an environment where we continue to learn, grow, and thrive. This entrepreneurial spirit has made us successful and will keep us successful. The result? Inspired people. Amazing designs. And projects with a purpose. A win-win for all. Founded: 1956 by John E. Olsson Ownership: Employee-owned through a stock bonus program and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Repeat Business: 93 percent of our work came from repeat business in 2017. Ranked: #98 (2018) on Engineering News-Record - Top 500 Design Firms

Company details

Company typeLarge
IndustryConstruction & Civil Engineering
Company size1001 - 5000

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Job description

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Be a critical part of a team that keeps the energy flowing! On Olsson’s Substation & Power Generation team, you’ll help design systems that safely and reliably deliver power to communities. Our work strengthens mission critical infrastructure and supports a more sustainable energy future through renewable energy innovation. Our work environments are routinely recognized as local “Best Places to Work” and foster a high performing environment where professionals grow, collaborate, and excel. 

As a Group Leader on Olsson’s Substation & Power Generation team, you will lead a skilled group of professionals focused on designing safe, reliable, and futureready power infrastructure. This role is ideal for a leader who excels in mentorship, technical guidance, strategic planning, and who enjoys building strong client relationships while connecting daily project work to broader team and organizational goals. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Lead and mentor a team of supervisors and technical staff, supporting growth and development across all experience levels.
  • Foster a culture of open communication, trust, collaboration, and alignment with the Substation & Power Generation team’s vision.
  • Oversee project execution and quality assurance to ensure successful delivery of substation design projects.
  • Monitor group performance, workload, and utilization to identify improvement opportunities and implement strategies that enhance efficiency.
  • Guide process development and resource planning to support operational excellence across project lifecycles.
  • Serve as a clientfacing leader, building strong relationships and representing Olsson with professionalism and deep technical understanding.
  • Help team members connect their technical contributions to the broader goals and longterm direction of the Substation & Power Generation team and the organization. 

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

  • Working collaboratively with others.
  • Having ownership in the work you do.
  • Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

  • Strong communication, leadership, and management skills.
  • An ability to attract, develop, and retain talented staff who deliver results.
  • Strong background in process development, resource planning, and driving consistency across project teams.  
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.  
  • Ability to connect with all levels of an organization and foster a transparent, collaborative environment.
  • At least four years of experience supervising technical personnel, with a demonstrated ability to lead through others and support teams across varying experience levels.  
  • 8+ years of technical experience in substation design or related high-voltage electrical infrastructure. 
  • A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, engineering technology, or a related field is preferred. An associate degree with equivalent experience will also be considered.  

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Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, skills, education, and internal equity.

Colorado Pay Range
$144,000$198,000 USD

Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

  • Receive a competitive 401(k) match
  • Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
  • Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
  • Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
  • Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

 

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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