Lead Transmission Line Engineer
About The Position
Leidos is seeking a Lead Transmission Line Engineer to lead a collaborative team delivering high-voltage electric transmission line design projects for large and regional utilities. The role serves as both Lead Engineer and Technical Project Manager for overhead and underground systems from 34.5 kV to 765 kV, applying NESC, ASCE, ACI, NEC, and other applicable standards. Projects include capital and maintenance work across planning, engineering, environmental, permitting, and construction management phases. The position leads engineers performing engineering analyses, PLS-CADD modeling, structure loading calculations, foundation design using MFAD and/or LPILE, structure framing and hardware assembly design, plan and specification drafting, and preparation of bills of materials and procurement documents. It also involves applying AI, automation, and digital design platforms to improve grid modernization and design efficiency. This senior leadership role has responsibility for client relations, staff management, proposal development, scope creation and change, project execution, and new business capture. The Lead Engineer sets expectations and goals, manages direct-report performance, coaches and mentors staff, delegates work, supports recruiting and workload planning, and leads quality control. The role also coordinates multiple design teams and works with Project Managers to monitor scope, schedule, budget, and portfolio health. The work environment is described as fast-paced and diverse, with flexible work hours and arrangements. The preferred locations are Portland, Oregon, or Seattle, Washington; candidates elsewhere in the Pacific Northwest may be considered for remote work. Working onsite at a Leidos or client office is possible, and periodic travel may be required. Relocation assistance to Portland may be available for qualified candidates.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering; Civil Engineering is preferred.
- At least 8 years of relevant electric utility transmission system design experience with a Bachelor’s degree, or at least 6 years with a Master’s degree.
- Expertise in PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE.
- Engineer In Training (EIT) certification.
- Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
- Outstanding communication skills and ability to serve as a primary point of contact for existing and prospective clients.
- Business acumen and a record of understanding and meeting key project performance metrics.
- Ability and passion to develop staff through mentoring.
- Ability to work onsite in a Leidos or client office if needed; periodic travel may be required.
Nice To Haves
- Two or more years of staff supervision experience.
- Master’s degree in Structural Engineering.
- Experience with TOWER.
- P.E. certification or ability to obtain P.E. certification within six months.
- Experience with LPILE or FAD, Mathcad, AutoCAD or MicroStation, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
- Location in Portland, Oregon, or Seattle, Washington; candidates elsewhere in the Pacific Northwest may be considered for remote work.
Responsibilities
- Lead multiple design teams executing transmission projects and programs for multiple clients.
- Serve as Lead Engineer and Technical Project Manager for overhead and underground high-voltage transmission line design projects.
- Direct engineering analyses, PLS-CADD modeling, structure loading calculations, foundation design, structure framing and hardware assembly design, plan and specification drafting, and preparation of bills of materials and procurement documents.
- Apply applicable engineering standards, including NESC, ASCE, ACI, and NEC, to capital and maintenance projects from 34.5 kV to 765 kV.
- Manage client relations, project execution, proposal development, scope creation and changes, and new business capture.
- Develop staff through training, coaching, mentoring, performance management, and delegation.
- Approve timesheets and conduct the annual performance review process for staff.
- Participate in the leadership team of the Transmission Line Section.
- Prepare responses to client RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs, including proposals and scopes of work.
- Promote continuous improvement, innovation, automation, and streamlined processes and tools for departmental technical resources.
- Delegate assignments, forecast and plan future workload, and conduct recruiting activities to support growth goals.
- Drive quality control for execution teams and ensure high-quality deliverables.
- Build client relationships, support business development, and foster long-term client relationships.
- Manage portfolio health with Project Managers, monitoring scope, schedule, and budget, and support schedule compliance.
- Apply AI, automation, and digital design platforms to improve grid modernization and design efficiency.
Benefits
- Career advancement and growth opportunities.
- Mentoring and formal and informal project management training.
- Assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- Work-life flexibility and a culture that recognizes work/life balance.
- Complementary e-learning training.
- External Referral Program.
- Relocation assistance to Portland may be available for qualified candidates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
