Power Systems Engineering Director

Location: Marietta, OH
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $160,000+ annually, based on experience, leadership background, and technical expertise

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.

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

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.