Senior Principal- Electrical Engineering

Join us to shape communities collaborate with passionate professionals and grow with a company that invests in your success where youre not just an Employee but an Owner.

About Our Firm

Since 1968 NTH Consultants Ltd. has been a critical part of the infrastructure engineering and environmental services that strengthen our communities and protect our ecosystem. From geotechnical engineering and environmental consulting to structural design and construction management and beyond we provide solutions that support the success and sustainability of projects.

When you join NTH youll gain more than a job- youll become part of a team that values your career your growth and your life. We are committed to providing a flexible and supportive environment professional development opportunities and a vibrant culture that celebrates collaboration and innovation. Our culture is built on accountability ownership inclusion integrity safety and excellence.

Position Summary

The Senior Principal/Division Director of Electrical Engineering is responsible for the strategic leadership technical oversight and long-term success of NTHs electrical engineering services to our various market clients. This role is foundational to building a high-performance field-focused electrical engineering team serving municipal power boards public and private utility clients independent power producers industrial manufacturing clients and public works clients. The Director will focus on leadership client relationships quality oversight safety and intentional growth rather than primary day-to-day project execution.

This role requires deep technical expertise in power electrical power delivery strong market relationships and a proven ability to build sustainable teams systems and processes. The Senior Principal/Division Director serves as the face of NTH with key clients a technical authority within NTH and a mentor and leader to the growing power engineering team.

How You Will Make An Impact

Establish implement and maintain the long-term vision structure and operating strategy for the Municipal Power Division

Build a scalable intentional team with technical capabilities in power delivery clearly defined roles responsibilities and coverage

Actively manage workload priorities and growth to maintain quality responsiveness and sustainability

Develop standards templates workflows and systems to support efficient and consistent execution

Collaborate closely with NTH leadership to align division goals with firm-wide objectives and culture

Build maintain and deepen long-term relationships with municipal utilities and infrastructure clients across Michigan Ohio and Indiana

Serve as primary relationship owner for key high-value clients ensuring trust responsiveness and continuity

Identify and develop new client opportunities aligned with the divisions market focus and capabilities

Lead or support client meetings proposal presentations and strategic discussions

Promote repeat business and referral-based growth through consistent performance and client satisfaction

Serve as the divisions senior technical authority and subject matter expert in electrical engineering and power delivery

Provide technical oversight guidance and quality control on complex and high-risk projects

Review seal and ensure the quality of engineering deliverables and documentation

Support complex scoping budgeting and proposal development efforts

Provide high-level field support and troubleshooting for critical or complex issues

Act as backup Lead Electrical Engineer on large or complex projects as needed

Recruit mentor and develop engineers designers and specialists

Provide coaching mentorship and technical guidance to support professional growth

Develop strong working relationships and workflows with other NTH divisions

Identify and pursue cross-disciplinary project opportunities

Support inter-divisional project coordination and execution

Perform other tasks to support NTHs growth as necessary

Michigan Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)
Minimum of 15 years of experience in the electrical engineering field focused on power delivery
Extensive experience serving municipal electric utilities and infrastructure clients
Strong understanding of the Michigan Ohio and Indiana municipal electric market and regulatory environment
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships
Proven technical expertise in power distribution substations studies and field services
Experience overseeing complex engineering projects and QA/QC processes
Strong leadership communication and decision-making skills
Experience building and leading an engineering group or division
Familiarity with power system studies protective relaying and commissioning
Experience collaborating across multi-disciplinary engineering teams
Relationship-driven client-focused mindset
Intentional proactive and systems-oriented approach to growth
Comfortable balancing strategy leadership and hands-on problem-solving
Values accountability responsiveness and consistent quality
Committed to building a sustainable high-performing team
Regional travel as required to serve clients and support projects

Why Youll Love Working At NTH

Rewards For Performance- We recognize great work with competitive pay with a generous compensation program to reward performance. Bonus programs are available for eligible roles.

Career Roadmaps & Professional Growth- At NTH managers meet with staff quarterly to support goal setting and growth through our Career Planning program. With clear career roadmaps for every role youll see your path forward and grow with us.

Project Excellence- Our Project Excellence career track offers a clear path into project management backed by robust training and mentoring to help you lead successful projects and deliver exceptional client experiences.

Planning For Your Future- Plan for your future with our 401(k) program including a company match to help you build long-term financial security. Plus through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) you become an employee owner of the firm sharing in the success you help create. As we grow and succeed together you directly benefit from your ESOP retirement savings.

Flexible-Hybrid Work Environment- Balance matters. For eligible roles; work where youre most productivewhether thats at home in the office or a mix of both.

Generous Time Off- Enjoy a robust paid time off plan and a company holiday package designed to help you truly disconnect and recharge.

Road to Wellness- Access our company-paid Employee Assistance Program and take part in wellness initiatives that support your physical mental and financial health.

Comprehensive Benefits- We offer a range of plans to support you and your familys health needs including: medical dental vision accident critical illness hospital indemnity supplemental life insurance for employee spouse and dependents HSA and FSA. Life insurance short term disability and long-term disability are provided by NTH.

Inclusive & Engaging Culture- We believe work should be rewarding and enjoyable. From inclusive company events to team celebrations theres always something happening.

Chief Pet Officer (CPO) Competition- Yes its a thing. Each year we vote for our beloved CPO (thats Chief Pet Officer)because every great team needs a mascot.

Ownership Statement

We are proud to be a 100% employee-owned firm a distinction that drives our culture and our commitment to excellence. As an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) company every employee has a stake in our success fostering a strong sense of accountability collaboration and pride in the work we do. Being employee-owned means we are investednot just in our projects but in each other and in the communities we serve.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work full-time in the U.S.A. In compliance with federal law all persons hired are required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

AAP / EEO Statement

NTH Consultants Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to among other things race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age status as a protected veteran or disability. NTH Consultants Ltd. participates in E-Verify.

At NTH Consultants Ltd. (NTH) We are committed to maintaining an environment of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action. If you need a reasonable accommodation to access the information provided on this website please contact the NTH Human Resources Department (at or ) where the position is available for further assistance.

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