Technical Lead – Power Distribution Engineering (PE) : 202683

HKA Enterprises; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

HKA Enterprises in New Orleans is seeking a Technical Lead to oversee engineering projects, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget compliance. You will drive client satisfaction, lead a design and project management team, and develop new business opportunities across regional markets.

The role requires senior expertise in electrical distribution design, strong proposal and contract management skills, and the ability to mentor staff while coordinating with internal teams and sub-consultants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is required.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in electrical distribution design.
• Proven experience in planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring engineering projects.
• Proven project management experience with successful delivery and client-facing responsibilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for client interaction and team leadership.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to engineering, construction management, quality assurance, and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Develop business with new and existing clients.
• Manage and strengthen client relationships.
• Establish project-specific scopes of services and fees for leadership and client approval.
• Plan, develop, coordinate, and direct large projects or engineering programs.
• Supervise technical teams in the production of design documents, calculations, plans, and specifications.
• Conduct research related to power generation and power delivery systems.
• Provide technical oversite and guidance across project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with internal practices and sub-consultants; participate in team meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Client Relations

Electrical Design

Proposal Development

Budget Management

Team Training

Industry Standards

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Master’s Degree in Engineering or MBA

Job description

You will oversee the successful execution of engineering projects, ensuring adherence to quality standards, timelines, and budgetary constraints. The Technical Lead plays a crucial role in driving project success and maintaining client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle. Critical functions include developing new client relationships, navigating the contract cycles of new clients, hiring and training employees on new client systems, and driving regional revenue growth. Other technical responsibilities of this position include providing consultation with clients and prospective clients to identify potential power distribution needs, performing system studies, and providing detailed engineering support in the planning of power distribution projects.

Pay: $180,000.00- $220,000.00 per year DOE

Key Technical Skills Required

• 10+ years of experience in the electrical distribution design industry preferred.
• Experience leading a team of project managers and designers.
• Project management experience required, including experience managing and growing a design team.
• Experience developing and managing project managers.
• Experience managing client expectations and developing business.
• Experience with proposal preparation, including scope, schedule, and fee development, as well as contract management and billing.
• Strong design knowledge in electrical distribution required.
• Ability to prepare written technical proposals, assemble teams to meet client criteria, and develop professional relationships.
• Demonstrated leadership with broad knowledge of the processes required to develop design packages utilizing utility design standards.
• Ability to train and develop staff.
• Successful candidate should have local client contacts and the ability to develop and bring in new business.

Key Responsibilities Client and Project Management

• Develop business with new and existing clients.
• Manage and strengthen client relationships.
• Establish project-specific scopes of services and fees for leadership and client approval.
• Plan, develop, coordinate, and direct large projects or engineering programs.
• Supervise technical teams in the production of design documents, calculations, plans, and specifications.
• Conduct research in a variety of areas and levels of complexity related to power generation and power delivery systems.
• Demonstrate the ability and willingness to research and work in different geographies.
• Serve as a technical specialist, applying advanced theories and concepts.
• Assist with or lead the development of proposals, negotiations, and client presentations.
• Collaborate with internal departments to support client relationship development and business growth.
• Manage work routines and assign job activities.
• Attend and actively participate in project team meetings.
• Provide task performance and project status reports.
• Coordinate with other internal practices and sub-consultants.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance to project teams.

Training, Development, and Compliance

• Mentor, train, and develop staff.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Ensure projects comply with applicable ISO standards and client requirements.
• Conduct employee performance appraisals, when applicable.
• Develop professional relationships through active participation in industry associations and community involvement.
• Identify and assist in attracting qualified talent to the organization.

Financial Management and Reporting

• Complete all assigned tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting project scope requirements.
• Operate within established corporate and project budget parameters.
• Assist with receivables management.
• Work with Project Managers to actively manage project budgets.
• Achieve or exceed established budget and individual utilization targets.
• Support regional revenue growth and overall business objectives.

Project Execution and Technical Oversight

• Conduct site visits and gather data as necessary.
• Prepare design calculations, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Review and approve shop drawings, as applicable.
• Compare field data to base plans and design documentation.
• Prepare preliminary and conceptual designs.
• Read and interpret technical documents, drawings, specifications, and applicable standards.
• Provide technical consultation and support throughout the project lifecycle.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring engineering projects.
• Proven experience in project management roles with a track record of successful project delivery.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to engineering, construction management, quality assurance, and safety protocols.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Education and/or Work Experience Preferred

• Master’s Degree in Engineering or an MBA.

Certificates, Licenses, and/or Registrations Required

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) preferred or required based on business and project needs.

Pre-employment drug screening and background checks are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle record checks may be required based on the position and job responsibilities.