Senior Underground Transmission Engineer

Westwood Professional Services•Lansdale, PA

About The Position

The Senior Underground Transmission Engineer is a senior member of the electric transmission design team, leading multidisciplinary project teams in the engineering and design of underground transmission projects from small, quick-turnaround assignments to large, complex projects spanning 34.5kV to 500kV. The role applies technical expertise and leadership to deliver a varied project portfolio and serves as a key interface between Transmission Engineering and stakeholders in planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management. It also includes responsibility for team development, client relationships, 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; and contributes to project scheduling and staffing. It involves mentoring staff on engineering principles, codes, safety requirements, and transmission design practices; coordinating across departments; maintaining client relationships; and pursuing opportunities with prospective clients. Westwood Professional Services, Inc. describes its purpose as creating a better world through work that transforms the energy grid, designs resilient infrastructure, and develops communities. The company emphasizes relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, growth, collaboration, safety, sustainability, and operational excellence. It reports more than 50 years of experience and recognition in ENR rankings, including #77 among the 2025 Top 500 Design Firms.

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 within a relevant field of expertise.
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 trust-based relationships with existing clients and pursue opportunities to expand the firm's work with prospective clients.
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 deliverable accuracy and completeness through disciplined reviews and adherence to QA/QC standards.
Manage project budgets, track financial performance, and address scope changes proactively.
Coordinate with subconsultants, contractors, and agencies to produce integrated deliverables.
Lead project and functional teams with clarity and accountability, supporting an environment where people thrive.
Communicate technical content clearly in written, verbal, and visual formats for varied audiences.
Collaborate across disciplines, offices, and organizations; analyze complex problems, balance priorities, and make timely decisions under uncertainty.