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Vice President Switchgear Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Utility Supply and Construction Company

OH · On-site

$100K - $138K/yr

Specifies major equipment such as generators, transformers, circuit breakers and switchgear ... Partners with the VP of Engineering during complex or sensitive conversations, while managing ...

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Soltage

Procurement Manager

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

Maintain price benchmarks by equipment type and market; flag deviations from benchmarks to SVP ... units, switchgear, and other owner-furnished items). * Conduct or coordinate regular physical ...

POWERX

Technical Instructor

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

... switchgear, cables), protection and control systems, and microprocessor-based relay programming ... Collaborate with the VP of Workforce, instructional design team, and subject-matter experts to ...

POWERX

Technical Instructor

Phoenix, AZ

... switchgear, cables), protection and control systems, and microprocessor-based relay programming ... Collaborate with the VP of Workforce, instructional design team, and subject-matter experts to ...

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Estimator - Data Center Construction

Oakland, NJ · On-site

$95K - $125K/yr

Oakland, NJ Full-Time Reports to: VP of Construction Own the Process. Build the Estimate. Win the ... Switchgear, UPS systems, generators, PDUs, and distribution equipment · CRAC/CRAH units and ...

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How much do vice president switchgear jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for vice president switchgear in the United States is $157,532.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $115,000.00 and $190,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Vice President Switchgear vs Electrical Engineering Manager?

AspectVice President SwitchgearElectrical Engineering Manager
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Professional Engineer (PE) license often preferredBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, PE license beneficial
Work EnvironmentExecutive-level, strategic planning, overseeing multiple projects or divisionsTeam leadership, project management, technical oversight within engineering teams
Employer & Industry UsagePower utilities, manufacturing, large-scale industrial firmsEngineering firms, power companies, industrial plants

The Vice President Switchgear typically holds an executive role focused on strategic oversight and high-level decision-making in switchgear operations, while the Electrical Engineering Manager manages engineering teams, oversees technical projects, and ensures technical standards are met. Both roles require electrical engineering credentials but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Vice President Switchgear job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $157,532 per year, or $75.7 per hour.

Senior Substation Physical Engineer

Utility Supply and Construction Company

Northville, MI • On-site

$99K - $136K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

CVR Engineering is looking to hire a Senior Substation Physical Engineer to join our growing team!

Benefits Include:

  • Competitive Wages
  • Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family.
  • Paid Time Off: Including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
  • Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company contributions to help you plan for your future.
  • Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.

At CVR, a Senior Engineer independently develops, designs, and analyzes electrical power systems and substations. In addition to leading the design team, this engineer provides high-level technical oversight and serves as the primary escalation point for complex decisions, collaborating with the VP of Engineering while supporting constructors, subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and clients.

Responsibilities:

  • Creates designs independently.
  • Produces conceptual designs and associated information.
  • Provides technical guidance to engineers, designers and drafters.
  • Serves as technical lead to the design team, with the role evolving into full people management responsibilities (performance feedback, mentoring, workload planning).
  • Specifies major equipment such as generators, transformers, circuit breakers and switchgear.
  • Controls quality of specified equipment and design packages.
  • Supervises production of technical drawings such as one-line diagrams, protection and control schematics, interconnection drawings, equipment arrangement plans, section views, grounding plans, conduit plans, cable tray plans and all associated installation details.
  • Performs electrical studies such as power flow, short-circuit, device evaluation, device coordination, ground grid analysis, lightning protection analysis, and arc-flash hazard assessment.
  • Acts as a company representative in client-facing engagements, contributing to project scoping, proposals, and technical discussions. Partners with the VP of Engineering during complex or sensitive conversations, while managing communication with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
  • Takes ownership and responsibility with each project.

Qualifications:

  • BSEE from ABET approved university.
  • 10+ years experience.
  • Licensed as a professional engineer.
  • NCEES record a plus.
  • Participation in professional societies, particularly IEEE.
  • Thorough understanding of industry standards and guidelines including ANSI, IEEE, NEMA, NEC, NESC, and others.
  • Understanding constructability of design, field concepts, practices, and procedures.

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