EHV Transmission Line Engineering Consultant 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy, L.L.C.•Phoenix, AZ

38d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in office and working remote from home. This position will offer you the opportunity to manage and/or lead engineering teams through the execution of EHV transmission line projects. This role will actively lead and manage engineering teams in the execution of EHV transmission line engineering designs for electric utilities, COOPs, and developers. As a subject matter specialist in the area of EHV transmission lines this position will be expected to provide expert level support the organization on 500kV and 765kV transmission line designs. The position will involve coordinating with multiple internal and external departments to manage the life cycle of EHV transmission line projects.

Requirements

BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program or a management/business degree.
10+ years of specific experience in Project Management of Utility Transmission projects.
5+ years of experience in 500kV and/or 765kV transmission line design
Expertise within the electrical considerations for 765kV transmission lines
Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.
Knowledge of engineering standards including NESC, IEC, ASCE, ACI, IEEE and ANSI.
Experience with serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role.
Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities is critical to success.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a collaborative team setting.
Willing to travel to project sites and/or attend client meetings

Nice To Haves

MS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
PE license
PLS-CADD and PLS-TOWER software experience
PMP Certification

Responsibilities

Function as a subject matter specialist and technical resource for EHV transmission line designs, specifically for 500kv and above.
Responsible for execution of engineering projects including the technical development of design deliverables.
Supervise and direct the engineering project team in the execution of EHV transmission line designs. Mentor and coach team members.
Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with client functional leads and stakeholders.
Lead efforts to ensure engineering projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
Communicate and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors.
Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure designs comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
Perform independent reviews of engineering designs prepared by others including calculations and drawing preparation.
Prepare reports that project information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements.
Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results.