Engineering Manager - Power Generation Design

Thermo Systems

• $150K — $175K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or a related discipline.
  • 8+ years of progressive engineering experience, including leadership roles.
  • Experience managing engineering deliverables for complex projects.
  • Knowledge of engineering design, specifications, and quality review processes.
  • Experience in power generation facility design preferred.
  • Familiarity with construction specifications and technical standards.
  • Experience with protection and control systems, plant controls, and SCADA.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, and develop engineering teams and set quality expectations.
  • Oversee the production of engineering drawings and design criteria to meet codes and project needs.
  • Establish and maintain design standards and quality controls across projects.
  • Plan staffing and schedules, monitor project progress, and resolve technical issues.
  • Provide technical direction for various power generation systems and components.
  • Coordinate with project stakeholders to resolve design and constructability issues.
  • Support project estimates and proposals through technical input.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation with an annual bonus opportunity.
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • Paid time off and sick leave offered.
  • Tuition reimbursement and support for professional credentials.
  • Access to in-house and external technical training programs.
  • Collaborative work culture focused on integrity and teamwork.
Full Job Description
Engineering Manager • Power Generation Design

Location: Mansfield, TX or Remote with Travel
Employment Status: Full Time
Compensation: $150,000 • $175,000 Annually + Bonus
Travel: Up to 50%

The Opportunity

The Engineering Manager leads a multidisciplinary engineering design team delivering power generation projects. You will develop engineers, plan resources, oversee design quality and schedules, and set standards for coordinated drawings and specifications. You will work with project, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams from design through startup.

What You Will Do
  • Lead, coach, hire, and develop engineers and designers; set expectations for technical quality and delivery.
  • Oversee engineering drawings, design criteria, equipment and construction specifications, and other design deliverables. Ensure they meet codes, client requirements, and project needs.
  • Establish design standards, specification templates, review practices, and quality controls across disciplines.
  • Plan staffing and engineering schedules across projects; monitor progress, resolve technical issues, and address scope, schedule, and quality risks.
  • Provide technical direction for generation and distribution systems, including generators, gas turbines, transformers, switchgear, protection and controls, auxiliary power, and balance-of-plant systems.
  • Coordinate with project managers, clients, vendors, procurement, field teams, and commissioning to resolve design and constructability issues and incorporate lessons learned.
  • Support project estimates, scopes of work, and proposals.

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Typically 8+ years of progressive engineering experience, including leadership of engineers, designers, or technical project teams.
  • Experience managing engineering deliverables across multiple complex industrial, utility, energy, or infrastructure projects.
  • Knowledge of engineering design, technical specifications, applicable codes and standards, and quality review processes.
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Power generation facility design and experience with generators, gas turbines, medium-voltage distribution, or balance-of-plant systems.
  • Experience developing construction or equipment specifications, design standards, or master specifications.
  • Experience with protection and control systems, electrical studies, plant controls, or SCADA.
  • Experience supporting procurement, construction, commissioning, or startup; PE license or ability to obtain one.

What You'll Get
  • Competitive compensation with annual bonus opportunity
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with low-cost options
  • Paid time off and sick leave
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional credential support
  • In-house and external technical training opportunities
  • Exposure to complex, high-impact automation projects
  • A collaborative culture built on integrity, accountability, and teamwork
  • Learn more at www.thermosystems.com


Work Environment & Physical Requirements
The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Disclaimer
This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected. Responsibilities may evolve based on business needs.

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