Distribution Engineering Group Leader

Distribution Engineering Group Leader

Arizona - Remote; California - Remote; Colorado - Remote; Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; Fort Worth, TX; Lincoln, NE; Loveland, CO; Nebraska - Remote; Omaha, NE; Phoenix, AZ; Texas - Remote

Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us - and will continue to allow us - to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Job Description

As a Group Leader on Olsson's Energy Distribution team, you will lead a dynamic group of professionals focused on delivering innovative and reliable distribution solutions. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in people leadership, mentorship, and strategic planning, and who enjoys being client-facing and connecting technical work to broader team goals.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of supervisors and technical staff, fostering growth across all experience levels.

Cultivate a culture of open communication, trust, and alignment with the Energy Distribution team's vision.

Oversee project execution and quality control to ensure successful delivery of distribution projects.

Monitor group performance, employee utilization, and workload to identify opportunities for improvement and implement strategies that enhance efficiency.

Guide process flow development and resource planning to support operational excellence.

Serve as a client-facing leader, building strong relationships and ensuring client needs are met with professionalism and technical expertise.

Help team members connect their daily work to the broader goals of the Energy Distribution team and the organization.

Qualifications

You are passionate about :

Working collaboratively with others.

Having ownership in the work you do.

Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team :

A bachelor's degree in engineering, sciences, construction, planning, landscape architecture, or a related field is preferred. An associate degree with equivalent experience will also be considered.

At least four years of experience supervising technical personnel, with a proven ability to lead through others and support teams across varying levels of experience.

8+ years of technical experience in electrical distribution systems.

Strong background in process development and resource planning.

Proficiency in Visio and MS Project, a plus.

Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Ability to connect with all levels of an organization and foster a transparent, collaborative environment.

Relocation may be required depending on business needs and final hiring location. We encourage interested applicants to apply and discuss location flexibility during the interview process.

Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, skills, education, and internal equity.

Colorado Pay Range

$130,000-$193,000USD

Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, skills, education, and internal equity.

California Pay Range

$145,000-$200,000USD

Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we're here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you'll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you'll :

Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities

Receive an excellent 401(k) match

Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance

Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Please note : The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you're applying for an internship, you can learn more about internship-specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting .

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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