Head of Training Competency Certification, Energy and Infrastructure Projects (Raleigh, NC)

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America

JOB TITLE: Head of Training Competency Certification, America's, Energy and Infrastructure Projects

LOCATION: Raleigh, NC (Hybrid)

Who we are?

Built on more than a century of innovation and decades of substation expertise, Linxon blends AtkinsRéalis' project management strength with Hitachi Energy's technological leadership. Together, we deliver high‑performing EPC solutions that strengthen the power grid.

We support community growth and industrial development by providing end‑to‑end engineering, procurement, management, and construction services for complex AC substation and electrification projects across five core markets.

What We Believe?

We believe in the value of every client's'investment and take pride in tackling challenging, high‑risk projects. With deep expertise and continuous development, our teams operate with the precision, resilience, and mission‑focus needed to deliver crucial infrastructure—often described as the "special forces" of our industry.

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How will you make your impact?

As the Head of Training Competency Certification you will lead our Training, Competency & Certification function across the Americas. This role is responsible for creating the systems, programs, and standards that develop the technical, operational, and leadership capabilities required to support the company's continued growth. You will establish role-based learning pathways, competency frameworks, certification standards, and technical academies that enable employees to develop the skills required to perform safely, confidently, and independently.

The Head of Training Competency Certification will also ensure lessons learned from projects, quality events, customer feedback, and operational challenges are translated into practical learning experiences that improve future performance. Success will be measured by workforce readiness, competency compliance, qualification speed, certification effectiveness, leadership development, and the organization's'ability to scale technical capability alongside business growth.

What will you do?

• You will design and implement a comprehensive training, competency, and certification framework across the Americas.
• You will establish role-based learning pathways, competency requirements, and proficiency standards for critical positions across the organization.
• You will develop technical, operational, project delivery, construction, quality, HSE, commercial, and leadership learning programs.
• You will build blended learning solutions that combine classroom instruction, digital learning, simulation, field experience, and practical assessment.
• You will define qualification, certification, renewal, and recertification requirements for critical roles and responsibilities.
• You will implement systems that provide leaders with visibility into competency levels, certifications, skill gaps, and succession readiness.
• You will create structured onboarding and development pathways for new hires, internal transfers, and promoted employees.
• You will partner with functional leaders to ensure technical accuracy while maintaining consistent learning and assessment methodologies.
• You will support GETS capability development through structured transition, training, qualification, and performance-verification programs.
• You will convert project lessons learned, recurring issues, customer feedback, and operational best practices into sustainable learning programs and communities of practice.
• You will lead the development of a scalable technical academy that supports long-term business and workforce growth across the Americas.

• You will identify critical capability gaps and establish a governance model that aligns business leaders, functional experts, and training resources.
• You will implement competency frameworks and learning pathways for key technical, project, and operational roles.
• You will launch structured onboarding programs that accelerate employee readiness and reduce time to independent performance.
• You will establish certification standards, qualification requirements, and competency tracking across critical positions.
• You will improve visibility into workforce capability, certification compliance, and succession readiness through meaningful reporting and dashboards.
• You will strengthen GETS capability development through structured learning, qualification, and performance-verification processes.
• You will reduce competency-related errors, rework, and recurring issues by linking training programs to operational performance and lessons learned.
• You will create a living learning ecosystem that continuously evolves based on project experience, customer feedback, and business needs.
• You will build a scalable capability-development organization capable of supporting Linxon's continued growth across the Americas.
  

Who you are?

• You are an experienced leader with 10-15+ years of experience in technical training, engineering, EPC, construction, project management, operational excellence, or workforce capability development.
• You are experienced in building technical academies, competency frameworks, certification programs, or enterprise learning systems.
• You are skilled at translating complex technical concepts and operational processes into practical learning experiences and measurable competency standards.
• You are knowledgeable in competency management, curriculum development, certification governance, learning analytics, and learning management systems.
• You are effective at partnering with technical experts and business leaders to drive capability development across diverse functions.
• You are experienced in developing workforce capability strategies that support organizational growth and operational excellence.
• You have an engineering, technical, or related professional background, ideally within the EPC, infrastructure, energy, or power sectors.
• You are a leader who puts the mission, the customer, and the team ahead of individual recognition.
• You are comfortable making decisions with incomplete information and adjusting course as conditions evolve.
• You are committed to raising standards while fostering respect, inclusion, and psychological safety.
• You are passionate about developing people, sharing knowledge, and strengthening organizational capability.
• You are trusted because of your actions, credibility, and follow-through rather than your title.
• You are disciplined, forward-thinking, and focused on building systems that create long-term organizational capability and performance.
  

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $136,300 to $261,200. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a rewarding compensation package that reflects your contributions.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Comprehensive benefits to support your well-being and that of your family.
• 401K with Employer Match : Invest in your future with our generous retirement savings plan.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access confidential support for personal and professional challenges.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Recharge and relax with ample time off to maintain work-life balance.
• Learning and Development: Expand your skills through training programs and career-building opportunities.
• Mentorship Initiatives: Connect with experienced professionals for guidance, support, and career insight.
• Internal Mobility: Explore opportunities across departments and office locations to broaden your experience.
• Performance-Based Advancement: Grow your career through clear pathways tied to your achievements and impact.

We are proud to announce that LinxonAmericas has been certified as a Great Place to Work® reflecting our commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive environment that fuels innovation and teamwork.

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