Associate Director Of Power Delivery
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.
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 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
- Employee Referrals
- 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
- Pet Insurance
Job summary
Sector: Power & Energy
Sub Sector: Development Director
Industry: Energy & Natural Resources
Location: Illinois
Contract Type: Permanent
Associate Director Of Power Delivery
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.
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 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
- Employee Referrals
- 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
- Pet Insurance
Job summary
Sector: Power & Energy
Sub Sector: Development Director
Industry: Energy & Natural Resources
Location: Illinois
Contract Type: Permanent
