Associate Director - Power Delivery

Position Overview

Atwell is seeking an experienced and driven Associate Director of Power Delivery to support the continued growth of our Power & Energy team. This role will work closely with senior leadership to help lead a growing portfolio of power delivery projects, including transmission, distribution, substations, protection and controls, interconnection, and related electrical infrastructure.

As an Associate Director, you will play a key role in both technical execution and team leadership. This position is ideal for a senior-level professional who enjoys leading teams, supporting clients, driving project delivery, and staying close to the technical work. The Associate Director will help mentor project managers and engineering staff, support business development efforts, and contribute to the continued growth and operational success of Atwell’s Power Delivery practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Support senior leadership in leading Power Delivery projects across transmission, distribution, substations, protection and controls, interconnection, and related electrical infrastructure
• Provide technical guidance and oversight for engineering, design, project execution, and quality control activities
• Manage, mentor, and support Project Managers, engineers, designers, and technical staff within the Power Delivery team
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients on active projects, ensuring clear communication, strong relationships, and successful project delivery
• Assist in managing project performance, including scope, budget, schedule, staffing, and resource planning
• Partner with leadership on business development efforts, including maintaining existing client relationships and supporting new opportunities
• Help grow and develop the team through recruiting, onboarding, mentorship, and technical development
• Support operational improvements by helping refine internal processes, standards, workflows, and delivery practices
• Assist with annual planning efforts, including forecasting, staffing needs, project backlog, and market growth initiatives
• Help ensure consistency, quality, and technical excellence across project deliverables
• Support coordination across internal teams, clients, utilities, and external project stakeholders
• Promote a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field; PE license preferred
• 8+ years of experience in Power Delivery, electric utility, consulting, or related power infrastructure work
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: transmission, distribution, substations, protection and controls, power system studies, interconnection, or utility infrastructure
• Proven experience managing projects, leading teams, and supporting client relationships
• Ability to provide technical oversight while also supporting project management, staffing, and operational needs
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior staff and develop engineering or design talent
• Strong understanding of engineering and design workflows for power delivery projects
• Experience working with utility clients, renewable energy clients, developers, or large-scale infrastructure clients preferred
• Interest in growing into a broader senior leadership role with increasing responsibility over time

Pay Range - $135,000 - $175,000+, +bonus, + benefits. 

Disclaimer 

While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.

Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.

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