Lead Transmission Line Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Oregon, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Oversee a cooperative team addressing electric transmission challenges.

• Act as the Lead Engineer and Technical Project Manager for high-voltage overhead and underground transmission line design initiatives.

• Implement NESC, ASCE, ACI, NEC, and other relevant standards for projects ranging from 34.5 kV to 765 kV.

• Supervise engineers conducting engineering analyses, PLS-CADD modeling, structure loading computations, foundation design, structure framing and hardware assembly design, as well as preparing plans, specifications, bills of materials, and procurement documentation.

• Lead efforts throughout the planning, engineering, environmental, permitting, and construction management stages.

• Manage client relationships, team members, proposals, scope creation and modifications, project execution, and business development.

• Oversee several design teams working on projects and programs for various clients.

• Train, coach, mentor, inspire, and develop engineers.

• Approve timesheets and conduct annual performance evaluations.

• Participate in the leadership team of the Transmission Line Section.

• Prepare responses to RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs, including proposals and work scopes.

• Advocate for continuous improvement, innovation, automation, AI, and digital design platforms.

• Assign tasks, anticipate workloads, and assist with recruitment efforts.

• Ensure quality control for execution teams and deliverables.

• Collaborate with clients to foster business development and long-lasting relationships.

• Manage portfolio health, encompassing scope, schedule, budget, and compliance with timelines.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering; preference for Civil Engineering.

• 8+ years of relevant experience in designing electric utility transmission systems with a Bachelor’s degree, or 6+ years with a Master's degree.

• Proficiency in PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE.

• Engineer In Training (EIT) certification.

• Capability to work efficiently both in a team setting and independently.

• Excellent communication skills to act as the primary point of contact for current and potential clients.

• Strong business acumen and comprehension of essential project performance metrics.

• Willingness and enthusiasm to mentor and develop staff.

• Potential for onsite work in a Leidos or client office.

• Occasional travel may be necessary.

• At least two (2+) years of supervisory experience is advantageous.

• A Master's degree in Structural Engineering is preferred.

• Familiarity with TOWER is a plus.

• P.E. certification or the ability to obtain P.E. Certification within 6 months is preferred.

• Experience with LPILE or FAD, Mathcad, AutoCAD or MicroStation, and GIS is beneficial.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible work hours and arrangements.

• Opportunities for career development and advancement.

• Access to mentoring and formal/informal project management training.

• Support in obtaining relevant certifications.

• Strong work/life balance.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Complimentary e-learning training.

• Work-life flexibility.

• External Referral Program.

• Relocation assistance to Portland may be available for eligible candidates.

• A diverse, inclusive, and ethical workplace.