Senior Underground Transmission Engineer
About The Position
The Senior Underground Transmission Engineer is a senior member of the electric transmission design team, leading multidisciplinary teams in engineering and designing underground transmission projects from small, quick-turnaround assignments to large, complex transmission line designs rated 34.5kV to 500kV. The role applies technical expertise and leadership to deliver a diverse project portfolio and serves as a key interface between Transmission Engineering and stakeholders in project planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management. It also contributes to team development, client stewardship, and continuous improvement of engineering practices. The position leads technical staff in preparing utility engineering designs, cost estimates, and customer billing documentation; manages engineering work across concurrent projects; supports schedules and staffing plans; mentors technical staff; collaborates across departments; and maintains client relationships while pursuing prospective opportunities. The role emphasizes design quality, constructability, quality assurance, budget and scope management, coordination, client relationships, leadership, communication, collaboration, and analytical decision-making. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Civil, or related engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- At least 5 years of experience in underground transmission, underground distribution, cable systems, power delivery, or underground utility design.
- Ability to work with limited supervision and guidance while meeting multiple project commitments.
- Prior experience leading an engineering team, including resource management, task delegation, and performance oversight.
- Experience providing technical direction for a department or organization in a relevant field.
- Experience with transmission systems rated 69kV or higher.
- Experience with CYMCAP and cable-pulling software such as Pull Planner or Cable 3D.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and work with limited supervision.
Nice To Haves
- Active Professional Engineering (PE) licensure in the United States.
- Experience with BoreAid or trenchless installation design.
- Experience supporting cable procurement, construction, testing, or commissioning.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise a project team of engineers and engineering technicians while maintaining work product quality, consistency, accuracy, and reliability.
- Professional demeanor and an open-minded, collaborative approach to project planning, team leadership, and execution.
Responsibilities
- Lead technical staff in preparing utility engineering designs, cost estimates, and customer billing documentation across transmission projects.
- Manage engineering aspects of multiple concurrent projects rated 34.5kV to 500kV, ensuring technical quality, schedule performance, and client satisfaction.
- Participate in developing project schedules and defining technical staffing needs and daily work assignments.
- Mentor and develop technical staff in engineering principles, governing electrical and safety codes, and applied transmission design practices.
- Collaborate with other departments and divisions on company-wide initiatives and cross-functional project efforts.
- Maintain strong relationships with existing clients and identify and pursue opportunities to expand the firm's client base.
- Develop functional, constructible, and innovative design solutions that balance client vision, budget, and regulatory requirements.
- Understand the construction impacts of design decisions and verify construction compliance with plans and requirements.
- Own the accuracy and completeness of deliverables through disciplined reviews and adherence to QA/QC standards.
- Manage project budgets, track financial performance, and proactively address scope changes.
- Coordinate with subconsultants, contractors, and agencies to produce integrated deliverables.
- Lead project and functional teams with clarity and accountability.
- Communicate technical content clearly in written, verbal, and visual formats.
- Collaborate across disciplines, offices, and organizations to achieve shared goals.
- Analyze complex problems, balance competing priorities, and make timely decisions under uncertainty.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
