Lead Transmission Line Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Transmission Line Engineer to join their dynamic team in Chicago. This role offers the opportunity to lead innovative projects in electric transmission design, working with top utilities across the nation. You will be responsible for managing a talented team while ensuring high-quality deliverables and fostering client relationships. With a focus on career development and a supportive work environment, this position is perfect for someone passionate about engineering and looking to make a significant impact in their field. Embrace the chance to shape projects from inception and advance your career in a forward-thinking company.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Career development opportunities

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in electric utility transmission systems.
• Strong expertise in PLS-CADD and project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple design teams for electric transmission projects.
• Manage client relations and ensure project quality control.

Skills

Electric utility transmission systems design

PLS-CADD

Project management

Client relations

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

PLS-POLE

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Mathcad

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Job description

Job Description

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About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500 company aimed at embracing and solving some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Through science and technology, Leidos makes the world safer, healthier, and more efficient.

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Job Description

We are seeking a Lead Transmission Line Engineer who will manage a collaborative and dynamic team working in a fast-paced environment, solving challenging problems involved with electric transmission. The successful candidate will serve as a Lead Engineer and Project Manager on electric transmission line design projects of overhead and underground systems for major utilities. The candidate will apply standards such as NESC, ASCE, ACI, NEC in designing projects from 34.5 kV to 500 kV.

Responsibilities include directing engineers in performing analyses, PLS-CADD modeling, structure calculations, design, drafting, and procurement across project phases.

This role offers a fast-paced, diverse work environment with flexible hours, and opportunities for career development and growth.

The position is senior leadership, focusing on client relations, staff management, proposal development, project execution, and business growth. The candidate will manage a team, set clear expectations, motivate, coach, mentor, and foster a positive team culture.

The project is in the proposal stage. By applying, you have the chance to shape its early development. We look forward to your application.

Job Functions

• Manage multiple design teams across various projects and clients
• Develop engineering talent through training and coaching
• Supervise staff, approve timesheets, conduct performance reviews
• Participate in leadership of the Transmission Line Section
• Create responses to RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, including proposals and scope definitions
• Foster creative problem solving and continuous improvement
• Delegate tasks, forecast workload, support recruiting
• Ensure quality control in deliverables
• Build and maintain client relationships for business growth
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget with support from PMO

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering
• 10+ years of relevant experience in electric utility transmission design (8+ with Master’s)
• Expertise in PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE
• Effective team player and independent worker
• Strong communication skills for client interactions
• Business acumen and project performance understanding
• Onsite work and periodic travel may be required
• Mentoring skills for staff development

Desired Experience:

• 2+ years supervising staff
• M.S. in Structural Engineering
• Experience with TOWER, EIT or PE certification
• Knowledge of LPILE, FAD, Mathcad, AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS

Work Location: Chicago, IL, Indianapolis, IN, or Walled Lake, MI. In-person or hybrid reporting expected.

Note: This is a unique opportunity to influence a project from its early stages. We value diverse, talented professionals and offer a rewarding career path.

Join Leidos, a Fortune 500 and ethically recognized company, and enjoy comprehensive benefits.

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Original Posting Date: 2024-12-13

Expected to remain open for at least 3 days, with a close date shortly after.

Pay Range: $89,700 - $162,150.00

This range is a guideline; actual offers depend on various factors including experience and internal policies.

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