Principal Transmission Engineer

Westwood Professional Services•Austin, TX

About The Position

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Principal Transmission Engineer. The role supervises technical designers and engineers responsible for developing engineering designs and cost estimates and communicating technical and design information to customers. The supervisor manages staff performance and takes steps to address work that does not meet established quality standards. The position ensures compliance with client procedures, design standards, state and federal regulations, and safety codes. It may also involve close collaboration with engineers working on substation, transmission, renewable energy, power storage, and communication design. The role oversees technical staff, schedules and work assignments, staff development, design reviews, and quality. It also collaborates with department managers and other teams on engineering practices, policies, and company-wide initiatives. When the Transmission Engineering Manager is unavailable, the Principal Transmission Engineer performs that manager’s duties. The position also maintains existing client relationships and seeks opportunities with prospective clients.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Supervise technical staff preparing utility engineering designs, cost estimates, and customer billing.
Manage 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 company policies, safety, and the terms and conditions under which Westwood provides service.
Teach staff to use computer systems and software, tools and equipment, and company-owned motor vehicles.
Guide and direct professional communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Coordinate internal and external reviews of designs before submission.
Evaluate technical staff performance and development.
Collaborate with department managers to develop, evaluate, and implement policies and procedures reflecting best engineering 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.