Senior EHV Transmission Lead — 500kV/765kV Projects

Sargent & Lundy; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 222,000; Full time

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a senior electrical engineer to lead and manage engineering teams on EHV transmission line projects, focusing on 500kV and 765kV designs for utilities, COOPs and developers. The role emphasizes collaboration across departments, delivering high-quality design deliverables, and guiding projects to successful completion.

Strong leadership, client liaison, and communication skills are essential, with travel to project sites as needed and a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience on utility transmission projects.
• 5+ years of experience in 500kV and/or 765kV transmission line design.
• ABET-accredited engineering degree or management/business degree.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the engineering project team in EHV transmission line designs.
• Mentor and coach team members while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain positive client relationships with functional leads and stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget, with high-quality deliverables.
• Prepare clear project reports and facilitate reviews of engineering designs.
• Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results.

Skills

Project Management

EHV Transmission Design

Team Leadership

Client Liaison

Electrical Standards

Communication

Travel

Education

ABET-accredited engineering or management/business degree

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-TOWER

Job description

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a senior electrical engineer to lead and manage engineering teams on EHV transmission line projects, focusing on 500kV and 765kV designs for utilities, COOPs and developers. The role emphasizes collaboration across departments, delivering high-quality design deliverables, and guiding projects to successful completion.

Strong leadership, client liaison, and communication skills are essential, with travel to project sites as needed and a hybrid work model.