Transmission Engineer

vTech Solution Inc; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services provider seeks a Transmissions Analyst in Birmingham, AL. The role involves managing capital project closeouts, analyzing financial variances, and requires familiarity with transmission line operations. Ideal candidates have an associate degree and experience in power utility projects. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with related work experience required.
• Prior experience managing power utility transmission projects preferred.
• Proficiency in analyzing large transaction data.

Responsibilities

• Manage the capital project closeout process.
• Research and resolve variances between project actuals and estimates.
• Track and maintain project closeout status.

Skills

Familiarity with transmission line design

Strong analytical skills

Teamwork and communication abilities

Education

Associate degree in a technical field

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

TEAMS

Maximo

Microsoft Office

Job description

vTech Solution Inc. is a trailblazer in the IT services domain, founded in 2006, with a focus on crafting impactful IT solutions. Our offerings include Digital Modernization, Managed Cloud infrastructure, and Cybersecurity. Our 8(a) certification and high growth are testaments to our mission to empower customers, employees, and partners to succeed. At vTech, we deliver exceptional value, expertise, and service to federal, SLED, and commercial organizations.

Position Title

Transmissions Analyst

Location

Birmingham, AL 35243

Duration

24 Months

Job Overview

We are seeking a Transmission Analyst with transmission lines knowledge or experience to support the capital project closeout process within the Transmission Engineering organization. This role ensures that transmission capital projects are reconciled and properly closed after construction completion, requiring strong analytical skills and familiarity with transmission line design, construction, and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the capital project closeout process in compliance with the Transmission Capital Project Closeout management procedure.
• Research and resolve variances between project actuals and estimates.
• Perform reconciliation and closure of capital projects once placed in service.
• Track and maintain project closeout status and generate required business reports.
• Ensure all documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with company procedures.
• Develop and maintain customer-focused relationships with stakeholders across Engineering, Supply Chain, Property Accounting, Project Management, Construction, and Compliance.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying gaps and recommending process enhancements.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate degree (two-year) in a technical field with related work experience (required).
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (preferred).

Experience

• Prior experience managing power utility transmission capital projects (preferred).
• Strongly preferred: experience in transmission line design and/or construction.

Knowledge & Skills

• Familiarity with transmission line design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
• Working knowledge of materials, equipment, and costs associated with transmission line projects.
• Technical experience with TEAMS (Transmission Estimating and Management System), Maximo, Vault, and/or PowerPlan (preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with the ability to analyze large sets of transaction data.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Excellent teamwork and communication abilities to collaborate across multiple departments.

Note: This is not a Project Management or Project Controls role. The position is focused on analytical reconciliation of project charges after construction is completed and the transmission asset has been placed in service. Candidates must bring working knowledge of transmission lines and strong problem-solving skills to research and resolve financial variances.