Development Program Manager (Electrical Engineering)

Overview As the Electrical SME, you lead technical authority across multiple development projects to shape electrical design, standards, and system architecture. You will influence design reviews, stakeholding teams, and risk management while guiding implementation from design through turnover. The role partners across Facilities, Development, Design, Construction, Procurement, and Operations to ensure compliant, scalable electrical solutions for mission-critical facilities. This position offers a chance to drive improvements in reliability and performance at scale. ResponsibilitiesServe as the Electrical SME and technical authority across multiple development projects and programsReview electrical drawings, specs, calculations, studies, and equipment selections for standards adherenceDrive electrical standards, quality, consistency, scalability, maintainability, and continuous improvementCollaborate with internal/external design teams to ensure compliance with standards, codes, and AHJ requirementsDefine project requirements with stakeholders and translate technical direction to design teamsSupport Construction, Commissioning, and Risk Management in resolving RFIs, VE proposals, and design issuesCollaborate with Strategic Procurement on equipment strategies and OFCI submittalsWork with consultants on short-circuit, coordination, and arc-flash studiesEvaluate electrical system architecture and major equipment (utilities, substations, MV/LV, gens, UPS, batteries, switchgear, relaying, grounding)Create and communicate program updates and milestones for executive reviewMentor engineers and project teams, supporting onboarding and technical guidanceEvaluate emerging technologies to improve electrical design platforms and standardsManage multiple projects and technical initiatives concurrentlyTravel up to 25% Key requirementsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related field, or equivalent professional experience8-10 years of professional experience in electrical design, construction, commissioning, operations, or maintenance of mission-critical facilities4-8 years of experience leading mission-critical design, implementation, project execution, or technical programsExperience with power system design, redundant systems, short-circuit analysis, protective device coordination, and arc-flash analysisExperience applying NEC, local codes, and electrical industry standardsExperience using Microsoft Office (PowerPoint for updates, Excel for analysis)Ability to travel up to 25%Excellent interpersonal skillsStrong written and verbal communicationAbility to translate complex technical issues for leadershipPower system designShort-circuit analysisProtective device coordination