Electrical Associate Director

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• The Electrical Associate Director plays a vital leadership role within DLB’s Design Department.

• This role is responsible for the systems that drive the department’s growth: staffing and capacity planning, partner/outsourcing management (both onshore and offshore), and talent onboarding and development.

• The Director bridges the gaps between recruiting, project/program staffing, and Day 1 productivity while proactively developing policies, dashboards, and playbooks that facilitate scalability.

• Direct and lead Electrical Design Activities and Technical Development (≤50%).

• Independently perform and/or oversee advanced Electrical engineering design and calculations.

• Conduct QAQC peer reviews for various projects and programs.

• Serve as the department-level Engineer of Record (EoR) for assigned projects.

• Mentor members of the Electrical design team, aiding in their training and professional development.

• Supervise the development of organizational training and standards for the Electrical team.

• Lead strategic planning initiatives for the Electrical engineering team.

• Oversee the hiring processes for the Electrical engineering team.

• Ensure efficient resource allocation and utilization, including managing budgets.

• Provide mentorship and coaching to team members.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior management to support strategic planning.

⛳️ Requirements

• B.A. / B.S. degree in relevant fields such as Operations, Business, Engineering, or related disciplines.

• A minimum of fifteen years of experience in a related field.

• Understanding of organizational objectives and their relation to company policies.

• Familiarity with budgeting and financial management principles.

• Proficient in utilizing data visualization tools and techniques to present complex information in an easily digestible format for stakeholders and senior management.

• Strong leadership abilities to inspire subordinates and ensure optimal performance.

• Excellent tactical decision-making skills to address unforeseen issues that may arise during operations.

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities to engage with senior management, subordinates, and other stakeholders.

• Capability to establish operational objectives and work plans, delegating assignments effectively.

• Proficient in producing drawings and visual aids using AutoCAD and/or Revit.

• Experienced in using the MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), with exceptional organizational skills for file management.

• Skilled in performing and analyzing Electrical calculations, topologies, and Code requirements.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to complete assignments accurately.

• Competent in working successfully in a remote environment through effective communication, self-motivation, proactiveness, and resourcefulness in a distraction-free workspace.

• Adherence to company and site safety requirements.

• Proficient in analyzing and preparing documents, reports, and correspondence.

• Capable of communicating effectively in both oral and written forms (technical and non-technical information).

• Able to interact directly with clients and occasionally serve as the primary point of contact.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Effective in planning and delegating the work of others.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

🏝️ Benefits

• A selection of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option).

• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).

• Dental and vision insurance plans.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits extended to spouse/domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26.

• 401k plan with company matching and self-directed brokerage account options.

• Paid time off including additional paid leave during the last week of the year.

• Company-paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.

• Short and long-term disability, along with AD&D coverage.

• Opportunities for professional development, tuition reimbursement, and assistance with professional licensing.

• Paid parental leave after one year of employment.