Power Systems Engineering Director

Power Systems Engineering Director Location: Marietta, OH Employment Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $160,000+ annually, based on experience, leadership background, and technical expertise Position Summary We are seeking a seasoned engineering leader to oversee the development and execution of low-voltage power distribution solutions serving mission-critical infrastructure and data-driven facilities. This position is responsible for guiding engineering strategy, managing technical teams, supporting operational objectives, and ensuring high-quality engineering deliverables throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will combine strong technical knowledge of power distribution equipment with proven experience leading engineering organizations in a deadline-driven manufacturing environment. \n Leadership & Organizational Impact - Provide direction, mentorship, and technical leadership to electrical and mechanical engineering professionals - Establish performance expectations related to design quality, project execution, accountability, and engineering excellence - Support employee development through coaching, training, and professional growth initiatives - Drive improvements in engineering workflows, standardization efforts, and department efficiency - Foster collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, commercial, and operations teams Power Distribution Engineering Oversight - Lead the engineering development of low-voltage switchboard and power distribution products - Support projects involving equipment designed to UL 891 and UL 1558 requirements - Ensure solutions align with customer specifications, one-line diagrams, project requirements, and operational objectives - Guide engineering decisions involving bus configurations, breaker arrangements, metering systems, protection strategies, and controls integration - Promote scalable design practices that improve consistency across multiple projects Manufacturing & Commercial Collaboration - Partner with production teams to ensure engineering designs support efficient fabrication and assembly processes - Work closely with estimating and business development teams on technical proposals, bills of material, and quotation activities - Participate in customer-facing discussions, design reviews, and technical presentations - Coordinate with procurement and supply chain personnel regarding component selection, sourcing strategies, and vendor support - Help ensure technical deliverables support commercial objectives and project execution requirements Compliance, Validation & Quality Systems - Maintain adherence to applicable UL, NEC, and industry standards associated with power distribution equipment - Support factory acceptance testing, witness testing, validation activities, and engineering verification processes - Ensure engineering documentation is complete, accurate, and properly maintained - Promote quality-focused practices throughout engineering and manufacturing operations - Support certification requirements and ongoing compliance initiatives Project Delivery & Strategic Execution - Manage engineering priorities within multiple concurrent projects and production schedules - Identify technical, operational, and project risks early in the development cycle - Implement mitigation plans to support project success and customer satisfaction - Contribute to large-scale infrastructure and critical-power initiatives from concept through delivery - Support broader business objectives through strategic planning and operational leadership Required Qualifications - Demonstrated success leading engineering teams within electrical manufacturing, power systems, switchgear, or switchboard environments - Strong technical background involving low-voltage switchboards, switchgear assemblies, or related power-distribution equipment - Familiarity with UL 891 and/or UL 1558 standards and associated compliance requirements - Ability to review, guide, and approve complex engineering documentation and electrical system designs - Experience supporting technical proposals, bill-of-material development, and quotation processes - Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, sales, procurement, and customer-facing functions - Proven ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining quality and schedule commitments \n What You'll Bring The ideal candidate is a strategic engineering leader who enjoys mentoring teams, solving complex technical challenges, and influencing the direction of power-distribution product development. This role offers the opportunity to play a significant part in delivering infrastructure solutions that support critical operations while helping shape engineering processes, product quality, and long-term organizational success.