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Ready to join EVS? We're not just engineers and surveyors; we're the dream team of innovation! With forty-five years of electrifying excellence, we're the pioneers shaping the future of renewable energy. Our dynamic team excels in Civil and Electrical, with expertise in Solar PV & BESS, Power Studies, Transmission, and Substation, as well as Geotechnical, Structural Engineering, and Land Surveying. Rooted in Respect, Integrity, and Humility, we're on a mission to make every project a game-changer. With mentorship, hands-on action, and the wisdom of industry leaders, we're here to build lasting connections and deliver top-tier services. Join the party, let's light up the future!
SUBSTATION OPERATIONS MANAGER
Location: Minnetonka, MN | Hybrid | Remote
Schedule: Full-Time
Salary: $140,000 – $187,000 (based on experience)
The Substation Operations Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for EVS’s Substation Engineering department, overseeing project planning, design, execution, team development, client relationships, and financial performance. This role is responsible for driving departmental goals, maintaining high-quality engineering deliverables, and ensuring projects are completed efficiently, on schedule, and in alignment with client expectations.
Working closely with the Director and other Substation department leaders, this position collaborates across multiple disciplines, including PV and BESS, Civil, Geotechnical, Survey, Structural, and the Project Management Office (PMO). The Substation Operations Manager plays a key role in driving business growth, strengthening client relationships, developing employees, and establishing operational standards that support long-term success.
This role is ideal for an experienced substation engineering leader who combines strong technical knowledge with strategic thinking, financial accountability, and a commitment to building a collaborative, high-performing team.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Lead the planning, design, and execution of substation engineering projects, ensuring alignment with departmental objectives, project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
Partner with the Senior Director and other Substation leaders to establish, execute, and monitor departmental goals, strategies, and operational priorities.
Oversee the development of substation engineering drawings, calculations, and technical deliverables to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance with applicable codes, standards, and safety requirements.
Establish and improve departmental workflows, procedures, quality control measures, and project delivery practices to enhance efficiency and productivity.
Monitor project progress, resource allocation, and performance to ensure commitments are met and client expectations are exceeded.
Identify opportunities to improve operational processes, technical standards, and overall project execution.
Lead recruitment, onboarding, training, and professional development initiatives to build and maintain a strong substation engineering team.
Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback to support employee growth, career development, engagement, and retention.
Conduct performance reviews, address team challenges, and resolve conflicts while promoting a positive and accountable work environment.
Stay informed about emerging substation technologies, engineering practices, industry trends, and regulatory developments, sharing relevant knowledge with the team.
Foster a collaborative, high-performing culture that emphasizes technical excellence, accountability, communication, and continuous improvement.
Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted partner and ensuring satisfaction with EVS’s engineering services.
Participate in client meetings, project discussions, business development activities, client visits, and industry tradeshows as needed.
Serve as a client champion when assigned, helping strengthen relationships, understand client needs, and…