Director of Transmission Line Engineering

ACS Professional Staffing; Florida; Remote; USD 203,000 - 248,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

PTO + holidays

401(k)

Voluntary supplemental insurance

Career growth

Employee discounts

Job summary

ACS Professional Staffing seeks a Director of Transmission Line Engineering for a remote, nationwide position. You will direct planning, design, and execution of transmission line projects, leading multidisciplinary teams and ensuring safety, regulatory, and quality standards.

Responsibilities include acting as engineer of record, client liaison, project budgeting, schedules, QA/QC, and business development to grow national utility projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or graduate degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• 12+ years of experience in the electric utility industry with management experience on high voltage projects.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required, California PE a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as the engineer of record and client point of contact for power delivery projects.
• Lead a team of 6-10 direct reports and an extended team of 30-40 resources including engineers, designers, and drafters.
• Assist in marketing, promotion and business development efforts to retain and win national clients.
• Prepare, review, and seal technical calculation reports and construction documents.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Project management

Client liaison

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

PLS CADD

PLS Pole

MFAD

PLS-Tower

Job description

Location: Hollywood, Florida

Type: Direct Hire

Job #8818

Overview:

Our client, a well-established engineering consulting firm with a national presence in power delivery, is seeking a Director of Transmission Line Engineering to direct the planning, design, and execution of transmission line projects while leading multidisciplinary engineering and technical teams. The Director oversees engineering operations, project delivery, quality assurance, business development, and financial performance for electric utility clients across the United States, while managing client relationships throughout the project lifecycle. The Director also ensures compliance with applicable safety, regulatory, and quality requirements and aligns project execution with organizational objectives. In this role, the Director collaborates with clients, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to drive innovation and operational excellence, supporting the continued growth of the practice. This full-time remote position is open to qualified candidates located anywhere in the United States.

Salary: $225,000 DOE

Benefits:

• Health coverage including medical, dental, vision
• PTO + paid holidays
• 401(k)
• Voluntary supplemental insurance options
• Career growth
• Employee discounts/perks

Responsibilities:

• Act as the engineer of record and client point of contact for power delivery projects.
• Lead a team of 6-10 direct reports and an extended team of 30-40 resources which include engineers, designers, and drafters.
• Assist in marketing, promotion and business development efforts to retain and add new national clients.
• Prepare, review, and P.E. seal technical calculation reports and construction documents meeting client and firm requirements.
• Assist in the routing and design of transmission lines using industry-standard tools.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Manage multiple projects and provide engineering QA/QC.
• Travel to client sites as needed.
• Assist with the development of construction packages.
• Oversee the planning, design, and execution of transmission projects, ensuring alignment with company goals and regulatory requirements.
• Develop project budgets, schedules, and resource plans, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Manage risks and resolve issues that may impact project scope, quality, and delivery.
• Provide technical guidance and expertise in the design and optimization of transmission systems.
• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and regulatory changes, and integrate best practices into the engineering processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards in all engineering activities.
• Contribute to the development of the company's strategic plans and objectives, particularly in the areas of transmission infrastructure.
• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, partnerships, and technologies that can enhance the company's competitive position.
• Collaborate with other departments within Power Delivery and also Operations, Finance, and Regulatory Affairs, to align engineering initiatives with broader business goals.
• Represent the company at industry forums, conferences, and regulatory meetings, advocating for the company's interests and promoting its capabilities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or graduate degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• 12+ years of experience in the electric utility industry performing engineering related duties and/or management for high voltage electrical projects.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• California PE license is a plus.
• Experience with understanding and managing project financials and overall P&L of the team.
• Experience leading a team to produce quality transmission construction ready designs.
• Knowledge and Proficiency with PLS CADD, PLS Pole, MFAD, PLS-Tower a plus.
• Knowledge of relevant industry codes, standards, and regulations, including ANSI, ASTM, ACI, AISC, NEC, NESC, and others.

Work sponsorship is not available at this time. Third-party candidates will not be considered for this position.

ACS Professional Staffing will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to the applicant's race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal or state law.

The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if so requested.