Substation Discipline Manager

The Substation Discipline Manager provides strategic, technical, and leadership for Nexus Engineering Group’s substation engineering team. This role is responsible for aligning engineering execution with business objectives, ensuring consistent application of technical standards, and developing a high‑performing substation team, as well as working in close coordination with the Power & Energy Director

The Substation Discipline Manager oversees project execution across the discipline, manages quality and risk, supports strong client partnerships, and plays a key role in mentoring engineers and designers. This position is intended for leaders who value technical excellence, thoughtful decision‑making, and long‑term team success, while collaborating closely with project management, other engineering disciplines, and Nexus leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Technical & Project Leadership

• Direct and facilitate the design of high‑voltage substations (15 kV to 500 kV), including physical layout, structures, wiring, and control systems

• Ensure discipline deliverables meet Nexus, client, utility, and industry technical standards

• Oversee the application of client standards, safety codes, and applicable regulations across substation projects

• Responsible for conducting and coordinating with others on technical QAQC design reviews, independent checks, and quality evaluations of calculations, drawings, and specifications

• Support project teams in resolving complex technical challenges while maintaining scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives

Quality, Risk & Governance

• Work closely with the Substation SDE (Supervisory Discipline Engineer) on the QA/QC strategy for the substation discipline, including governance, training, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Promote a risk‑aware, quality‑focused culture with strong understanding of safety codes, constructability, and operational considerations

• Identify discipline‑level risks and potential scope changes, partnering with project management to support resolution and client communication

People Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop substation engineers and designers, supporting both technical growth and leadership development

• Establish and support mentorship frameworks that promote skill development, knowledge transfer, and long‑term capability building

• Conduct performance reviews, support development planning, and address performance challenges as needed