Technical Project Manager Power Systems Engineering

Technical Project Manager Power Systems Engineering

Are you an experienced technical leader passionate about power systems and electrical infrastructure? A dynamic and rapidly growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Technical Project Manager Power Systems Engineering to manage a portfolio of remote power delivery projects. Join a values-driven team that believes in flexible work, continuous improvement, and leading-edge engineering solutions for utility-scale infrastructure across the U.S.

This fully remote opportunity offers a chance to work on impactful high-voltage protection and control (P&C) projects while guiding multidisciplinary teams from project initiation to execution. With a supportive culture, cutting-edge tools, and a mission focused on client satisfaction and team empowerment, this role is perfect for engineers ready to step into a leadership role where their voice truly matters.

This Role Offers:

• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

• Generous PTO, paid holidays, and floating holidays.

• Flexible remote work structure with optional 4x9 work schedule (half-day Fridays).

• Collaborative and mission-driven culture rooted in engineering excellence and integrity.

• Regular team events, virtual town halls, and all-hands huddles to stay connected.

Focus:

• Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams through the entire lifecycle of high-voltage infrastructure projects, from concept to close-out.

• Supervise the planning and deployment of control and protective relaying systems for electrical substations ranging from 15kV to 500kV.

• Create and manage project plans using Gantt-based tools such as MS Project to monitor timelines, resources, and deliverables.

• Develop scopes of work, maintain accurate project documentation, and ensure alignment with quality and compliance standards.

• Monitor project budgets at both task and portfolio levels, adjusting timelines or resources to maintain efficiency and performance.

• Act as the central communication point for internal stakeholders, clients, and vendors to ensure expectations and deadlines are met.

• Support procurement activities and material planning for electrical and substation systems.

• Report project financials and health metrics to internal leadership on a recurring basis.

• Guide and mentor engineering staff through informal leadership, fostering technical growth and excellence.

• Collaborate with internal operations teams to align workforce planning with project delivery needs.

Skill Set:

• Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.

• 2+ years of project management experience focused on substation design or power delivery projects.

• Strong preference for prior hands-on technical experience in P&C engineering or relay design.

• Familiarity with relay protection, one-lines, three-lines, schematics, SCADA systems, and related substation documentation.

• Proficiency with MS Project and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Understanding of project financial controls and budgeting practices.

• PMP certification or formal PM training is a plus.

• PE license preferred but not required.

• Must be located within the U.S. and authorized to work without sponsorship.

• Ability to travel domestically up to 25% for client and team engagements.

About Blue Signal:

Blue Signal is a leading executive search firm, specializing in engineering recruitment. Our engineering recruiting team has expertise placing high-performing talent in areas such as electrical, mechanical, civil, and telecom engineering. Learn more at bit.ly/46IAFRJ