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Controls Engineer

Mclean, VA

$84K - $109K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The position is ideal for a professional with deep experience in electric utilities, solution architecture, and real-time grid management systems such as ADMS, DERMS, SCADA, and EMS. Responsibilities

Actalent

Controls Engineer

Mclean, VA

$84K - $109K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The position is ideal for a professional with deep experience in electric utilities, solution architecture, and real-time grid management systems such as ADMS, DERMS, SCADA, and EMS. Responsibilities

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What is the difference between Electric Grid Manager vs Power Systems Engineer?

AspectElectric Grid ManagerPower Systems Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field; certifications like PE often preferredBachelor's or master's in electrical engineering; PE license advantageous
Work EnvironmentOversees grid operations, manages teams, coordinates with utilitiesDesigns, analyzes, and tests power systems, often in office or lab settings
Industry UsageUtility companies, grid operators, energy providersEngineering firms, utility companies, research institutions

The Electric Grid Manager focuses on overseeing and coordinating the operation of the electrical grid, ensuring reliability and efficiency. In contrast, the Power Systems Engineer concentrates on designing and analyzing power systems to optimize performance. Both roles require electrical engineering credentials but differ in daily responsibilities and work environments.

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Project Manager (Electric Distribution)

nTech Workforce

Villa Park, IL • On-site

Other

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Terms of Employment

• W2 Contract, 12 Months (Likely Extension)

• This is a hybris position in Oakbrook Terrace, IL. The current rotation one week in office Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, one week in office Monday Tuesday, Thursday. This will likely shift to Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday post office build out.

• This is a typical Monday – Friday, eight hour per day position.


Overview & Responsibilities

Join a leading utility team as a Project Manager overseeing high-impact electric distribution infrastructure upgrades. This role is vital to the modernization of the electric grid, specifically focusing on driving capacity expansion and voltage conversion projects (4KV to 12KV). You will lead projects through their entire lifecycle, from initial engineering design to construction execution and final closeout. You will…

• Manage all phases of utility infrastructure projects, including overhead, underground, civil, and boring work.

• Drive capacity expansion and 4 to 12 KV conversion projects from start to finish.

• Develop comprehensive project plans defining scope, milestones, and resource requirements.

• Lead project teams to meet objectives while monitoring progress and mitigating risks.

• Manage project budgets ($1M - $5M+) and perform regular financial forecasting.

• Issue RFPs and manage subcontractors and external contractors.

• For one specific role: Utilize SmartSheets and Power BI to create project dashboards and status reports for leadership.


Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience, specifically within utility, construction, or infrastructure.

• Demonstrated experience in Electric Distribution (4-12 KV).

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction, or Management (OR an Associate's degree with 15+ years of relevant experience).

• Clear documentation of educational background on the resume (Degree and Institution).

• Proficiency in financial forecasting and budget management.

• Experience with MS Office and project management principles.


Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an electric grid environment.

• Advanced proficiency in SmartSheets and Power BI.

• PMP Certification.

• Experience managing projects valued at $5M or more.

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