Lead Engineer, Transmission Lines

ESP Associates•Huntersville, NC

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Lead Engineer, you will provide leadership and senior-level engineering/technical expertise on complex electric transmission design projects for high-voltage (HV) and extra high-voltage (EHV) overhead utility systems. This role requires ensuring the team meets client requirements for quality and schedule, while also fostering an engaged and valued team environment. The Lead Engineer will inspire team members to achieve excellence. The position involves hands-on management, preparation, review, and guidance for various aspects of transmission line design, including line routing, survey coordination, PLS-CADD modeling, structure and foundation design, clearance checks, plan/profile development, material specification and procurement, constructability evaluations, work order package preparation, permitting, vendor/subcontractor coordination, and construction support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (required)
Professional Engineer (PE) certification (required)
10+ years of related transmission line engineering experience in the electric utility industry (required)
Extensive experience using PLS-CADD (required)
Extensive experience with design codes and standards such as: NESC, IEEE, ASCE and ACI
Extensive experience liaising with substation, environmental, real estate, construction, and maintenance stakeholders
Deep understanding of industry standards and methods (engineering, procurement, and construction)
Strong project management skills and experience
Ability to work in a safe manner and always obey safety regulations
Adept self-starter who thrives in an unstructured, varied and deadline-driven work environment
Strong leadership skills and ability to coach other team members and provide direction for projects
Strong ability to collaborate with team members as well as peers in the electrical utility industry
Effective business and technical communication skills (verbal, written and presentation)
Candidate must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy.

Responsibilities

Supervise a team of engineers, technicians, and drafters
Communicate clear expectations, goals, and vision
Manage the performance of the team and delegate project work
Motivate, coach and mentor team members
Manage projects, ensure quality of work and on-time delivery
Review and approve engineering design submittals
Develop lasting relationships with clients
Estimate projects and develop proposals
Ensure the team is meeting client requirements; both quality and schedule deadlines
Ensure the team is engaged and their input is valued
Provide leadership and senior-level engineering/technical expertise on complex electric transmission design projects for high-voltage (HV) and extra high-voltage (EHV) overhead utility systems
Manage, prepare, review and/or provide guidance for line routing, survey coordination, PLS-CADD modeling, structure design, foundation design, clearance checks, plan/profile development, material specification and procurement, constructability evaluations, work order package preparation, permitting, vendor/subcontractor coordination and construction support

Benefits

Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses
401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility after 60 days)
PTO (Paid Time Off) & 10 Paid Holidays
VTO (Volunteer Time Off) of 4 hours each year (prorated during first year based on hire date)
Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)
Behavioral Medicine through Teladoc
Short-Term Disability Insurance (Employer Paid)
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Pet Insurance
Education Reimbursement Opportunities
Flexible and Dependent Benefits Plan
Referral Bonuses