Electrical Department Manager

SSOE is seeking an experienced Electrical Department Manager to lead our Electrical Engineering Department in India. This role supports a large and dynamic U.S.-based client portfolio, including industrial and manufacturing facilities, semiconductor, battery, pharmaceutical, data center, healthcare, institutional, and commercial projects.

As the Electrical Department Manager, you will be responsible for leading electrical engineering teams, staff, and projects across various locations while contributing to account management and business development activities. You will serve as a coach, leader, and mentor for department staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality electrical design solutions on schedule and within budget.

The successful candidate is a proven leader who communicates effectively across disciplines and cultures. You will serve as a technical liaison for the electrical design of complex, large-scale industrial facilities and fast-paced, team-oriented projects that support a variety of market needs.

At SSOE, we don’t just talk about the future, we build it. As a leader in industry AI adoption, we empower our team to work smarter by providing responsible access to the industry leading AI Large Language Models, vibe-coding platforms, and securely integrating advanced tools into every role. From day one, you’ll receive the training and support needed to leverage AI as a core tool for enhancing productivity, sparking creativity, and streamlining complex workflows.

We are looking for a leader with a clear vision and thoughtful plan to:

• Take care of and develop our people.
• Advance the Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) paradigm within electrical engineering.
• Continue the Visual Planning component of SSOE’s Lean Operating Strategy and implement additional Lean practices.
• Build and develop teams of electrical professionals and future leaders in India.
• Evolve electrical deliverables beyond traditional Instruments of Service, upskilling talent as needed.
• Drive technical excellence, innovation, and continuous quality improvement across the department.

The ideal leader will demonstrate:

• Change Agility: Actively seeks new and first-time situations; tests and pilots improvements before implementation; leads teams confidently through new approaches.
• Mental Agility: Comfortable with complex technical problems and ambiguous environments; uses critical thinking and curiosity to develop effective solutions.
• People Agility: Demonstrates emotional intelligence, strong communication, and active listening; builds trust and provides a calming influence during a crisis.

The following duties are typical of the position but are not all-encompassing. Responsibilities include those required to deliver quality electrical engineering services on schedule and within budget in a collaborative team environment.

Leadership & Supervision

• Implement the Electrical Practice Leader’s vision within the department.
• Coach, direct, coordinate, facilitate, and supervise Section Manager(s), Master Engineer(s), and department staff.
• Manage all evaluation and employee relations responsibilities: resource planning/staffing, hiring, development, promotion, and performance management.
• Provide leadership for a 20+ FTE team executing electrical design for U.S. projects.
• Demonstrate strategic thinking for long-term team development, including technical and soft skills.
• Leverage multi-market experience in at least two of SSOE's primary markets (Semiconductor, Battery, Pharma, Data Center, Manufacturing, General Building).

Technical Oversight

• Ensure the technical competency and quality of work performed by staff through working knowledge of electrical engineering best practices and U.S. jurisdictional requirements.
• Provide technical leadership for electrical systems, including power distribution (low and medium voltage), lighting, fire alarm, grounding, and telecommunications systems.
• Verify that Electrical Discipline Captains define appropriate discipline work plans and monitor progress to ensure Quality, Budget, and Schedule (QBS) measures are met.
• Oversee the application of relevant electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE) as applicable to project requirements.
• Support technical problem-solving and provide escalation support for complex electrical engineering challenges.

Standards & Process Improvement

• In coordination with the Electrical Practice Group Lead, develop, organize, and implement discipline and departmental standards, recordkeeping, and continuous improvements.
• Drive consistent use of standard design tools, calculation methods (e.g., SKM, ETAP, AGi32), and deliverable templates.
• Ensure teams have the current tools, software, and technical reference materials to support project requirements.
• Champion the effective use of BIM, VDC, automation, and AI in electrical project delivery.

Project & Resource Management

• Prepare and monitor project work schedules and projected workload forecasts.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to establish, monitor, and adhere to project budgets, adjusting as necessary to meet financial objectives.
• Collaborate with SBU leadership to develop and maintain financial KPIs for the department.
• Ensure electrical deliverables meet project scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements.

Strategic & Business Development

• Implement strategic activities to achieve operational and corporate business objectives.
• Support client account maintenance and business development activities.
• Assist Project Managers in preparing proposals and making presentations.
• Identify opportunities to expand electrical engineering capabilities and market presence.

Training & Development

• Identify strengths and weaknesses of department personnel to prioritize training needs.
• Develop and implement department training programs with assistance from the Training and Development Department.
• Mentor electrical engineers and emerging leaders, supporting succession planning and career paths.

Technology

• Experience working within a virtual design environment with knowledge of electrical-specific software (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and power system analysis tools).
• This role will require the use of AI or similar digital technologies to perform job functions.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of twenty (20) years of related experience with at least five (5) years of leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading electrical engineering teams delivering projects for U.S.-based clients.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. electrical codes, standards, and design practices.

   

Leadership Experience

• Ability to develop strategic plans for supporting company goals and for growth in the Practice.
• Experience leading diverse teams; experience with remote teams is preferred.
• Required experience working with an international workforce.

Communication

• Demonstrated skill in cross-discipline and multi-national coordination and collaboration.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to lead and support multiple teams across locations.