Transmission Line Group Lead

Mesa Brand; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Chattanooga, Tennessee is seeking a skilled Transmission Line Group Lead to oversee a team. This role involves team leadership, technical oversight, and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in engineering, at least 4 years of experience in Transmission Line Design, and proficiency with relevant software like AutoCAD. Competitive benefits and an inclusive culture are offered.

Qualifications

• Four-year technical degree in engineering.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in Transmission Line Design.
• Professional registration desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Transmission Line team.
• Identify and resolve technical issues related to projects.
• Develop relationships with management and team members.
• Communicate project status and safety compliance.

Skills

Technical problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelors in Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

PLS-CADD

Job description

PDTD General / Power Delivery Transmission & Distribution

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We’ve got the power to energize your career and spark YOUR work/life balance through professional development and exceptional benefits. Don’t delay, plug in today for an inclusive and meaningful career. Mesa Associates, Inc. is a woman/minority-owned full service engineering, procurement, & construction management firm covering power, defense, aerospace, industrial, commercial and municipal entities. We specialize in power generation and delivery services including electrical high-voltage, substations, switchyard, transmission line, & distribution design. We have been in the top 10 of EC&M's Top 40 Electrical Design Firms since 2012. With over 1,000 associates, we are big enough to perform, but small enough to care!

Mesa is seeking a skilled and motivated Transmission Line Group Lead to manage and guide one of our Transmission Line teams. This role involves overseeing a diverse and expanding team, ensuring technical excellence, and fostering strong relationships with key stakeholders. The successful candidate will have the ability to complete the following responsibilities:

Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and support the Transmission Line team, ensuring high performance and professional development.

Technical Oversight: Identify, analyze, and resolve technical issues related to transmission line projects.

Collaboration: Develop and maintain strong working relationships with Senior Management, Department Managers, Group Leads, and other team members.

Communication: Effectively communicate project status, technical issues, and team needs through both verbal and written formats.

Safety Compliance: Promote and enforce Mesa's safety requirements, ensuring all team activities comply with safety standards.

Technical Proficiency: Utilize software tools such as AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, and other specialized technical applications relevant to the Transmission Line group.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to identify, analyze, and solve the more difficult technical problems related to the specialty area.
• Aptitude for computing and design.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills to build relationships and work effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to accept responsibility for the technical adequacy of all output.
• Ability to perform supervisory responsibilities over others.
• Working knowledge of computers and software such as AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, and software used for specific technical applications such as PLS-CADD, PLS-CADD Pole/Tower within the department.
• Willingness to develop, promote, and comply with Mesa safety requirements.

Education/Experience/Certifications

• A four-year technical degree in engineering and a minimum of 4-6 years of progressively responsible experience in Transmission Line Design.
• Professional registration is desirable for this position.

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Behaviors

• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them.
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group.
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well.
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help.
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization.

Education

Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.

Experience

Minimum of 4 years progressively responsible experience.

Licenses & Certifications

Professional Engineering (PE)

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