Lead Transmission Engineer

Westwood Professional Services • Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Lead Transmission Engineer to supervise technical designers and engineers who develop engineering designs, cost estimates, and technical communications for customers. The Lead manages staff performance and development, schedules and assignments, and quality standards. The role ensures compliance with client procedures, design standards, state and federal regulations, and safety codes. It may also collaborate with engineers working on substation, transmission, renewable energy, power storage, and communication design. The position may perform the duties of the Transmission Engineering Manager when that manager is unavailable, and includes maintaining existing client relationships and seeking opportunities with potential future clients.

Westwood describes its purpose as creating a better world through work that transforms the energy grid, designs resilient infrastructure, and develops communities. The company emphasizes safety, sustainability, operational excellence, collaboration, and investment in the communities it serves.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural or Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Active PE licensure.
• 10+ years of experience in power transmission design.
• Professional disposition and an open-minded approach to planning and executing staff projects.
• Ability to supervise a team of engineers and engineering technicians while maintaining quality, consistency, accuracy, and reliability of work products.
• Advanced knowledge of overhead and underground transmission facilities and their integration into daily activities.
• Experience with NESC, ASCE, IEEE, and other relevant industry standards.
• Proficiency in PLS-CADD, MFAD, AutoCAD, and other industry software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.

Responsibilities

• Supervise technical staff preparing utility engineering designs, cost estimates, and customer billing.
• Manage project schedules and assign projects and daily work to technical staff.
• Develop technical staff through mentoring and instruction in engineering principles and electrical and safety codes.
• Teach staff about company policies, safety, and the terms and conditions under which Westwood provides services.
• Teach staff to use computer systems, software, tools, equipment, and company-owned motor vehicles.
• Guide professional communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate internal and external reviews of designs before submission.
• Evaluate the performance and development of technical staff.
• Work with department managers to develop, evaluate, and implement policies and procedures reflecting engineering best practices.
• Collaborate with other departments and divisions on company-wide initiatives.
• Perform the duties of the Transmission Engineering Manager when the manager is unavailable.
• Maintain relationships with existing clients and seek opportunities with potential future clients.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid medical and family leave benefits in accordance with applicable state law

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior