Industrial Power Distribution Engineering Director (Electrification Focus)

Job Description

Job Description

Industrial Power Distribution Engineering Director (Electrification Focus)

D‑Riven Engineered Solutions is looking for a seasoned leader to guide our Industrial Electrification Engineering team. You will steer power distribution design, infrastructure assessments, and installation/relocation programs that align with National Electrical Code (NEC) and customer standards—delivering safe, efficient, and reliable outcomes on complex industrial sites.

Starting Annual Pay: $111,000 - $120,000

A week in this role

• Serve as the technical authority for the Industrial Electrification team, setting design direction and quality expectations.
• Lead and mentor Senior Electrical Engineers and Electrical Superintendents as they plan and perform site surveys and translate findings into robust power distribution designs and construction-ready installation plans.
• Evaluate existing industrial power systems for capacity and loading; produce and approve one-line diagrams.
• Own and/or approve designs for medium/low-voltage power distribution, optimizing for material utilization, lead times, integration downtime, and ease of install.
• Research and enforce all applicable electrical and building codes and accepted best practices.
• Coordinate with internal teams and customer stakeholders to support electrical project costing, quoting, and planning.
• Partner with operations and program management to translate scope into timelines, resource plans, and mobilization strategies before kickoff.
• Develop detailed material takeoffs and hand off to purchasing; source technical components and validate alternates for compatibility under project constraints.
• Direct internal electricians and subcontractors to execute the work plan safely and efficiently; verify lockout/tagout (LOTO) before work begins.
• Support field teams with remote and on-site troubleshooting to resolve system issues swiftly.
• Review and sign off on installations including Unistrut frames/hangers, cable tray, conduit, panels, disconnects, junction boxes, and motors.
• Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained for work areas, machines, tools, and equipment.
• Collaborate closely with low-voltage/controls specialists to ensure seamless system integration.
• Perform arc flash studies and issue appropriate labels at project closeout.
• Take on additional routine site duties as requested by site management.

What you bring

• Proven electrical engineering experience in industrial environments.
• Mastery in reading, interpreting, and developing electrical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Fluency with Autodesk Electrical Suite for engineering design.
• Hands-on electrical aptitude and strong field sensibilities.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project).
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Exceptional problem-solving, critical thinking, project management, and supervisory capabilities.
• Up-to-date knowledge and adherence to NEC, building codes, and industry best practices.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, variable schedules, and additional hours when required.

Experience & education

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering (or closely related field).
• 15+ years combined experience in electrical engineering, industrial electrical installation/maintenance, or equivalent.
• Experience operating aerial lifts and other powered equipment.

Travel & logistics

• Willingness to travel frequently (30%–40%) across the U.S.
• Ownership of a reliable vehicle suitable for interstate travel.

Your toolkit: proficiency snapshot

• Project Management
• Electrical Schematics and Schematic Reading
• Advanced Microsoft Office
• Arc flash studies
• Autodesk Electrical Suite
• Electrical project costing and quoting
• Engineering Design
• Installation of electrical system equipment
• Field experience as an electrical engineer

Additional information

The responsibilities described reflect the core scope of this role but are not exhaustive. Duties may evolve, and assignments may be adjusted by management as business needs change.