Senior Underground Transmission Engineer

WESTWOOD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES INC•Overland Park, KS

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. Projects range from small, quick-turnaround assignments to large, complex transmission line designs spanning 34.5kV to 500kV. The role applies technical expertise and leadership to deliver a diverse project portfolio. The position 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 role includes technical leadership, project and resource coordination, client relationship development, and oversight of quality, schedule, and project commitments. 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, and states that it provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Civil, or related engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
Minimum of 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 executing and 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 effectively supervise a project team of engineers and engineering technicians while maintaining work product quality, consistency, accuracy, and reliability.
Professional demeanor with 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 ranging from 34.5kV to 500kV, ensuring technical quality, schedule performance, and client satisfaction.
Participate in developing project schedules and defining technical staffing needs for projects and daily work assignments.
Mentor and develop technical staff through instruction 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, trust-based relationships with existing clients and identify and actively pursue opportunities to expand the firm's footprint with prospective clients.
Coordinate with subconsultants, contractors, and agencies to produce integrated, conflict-free deliverables.
Manage project budgets, track financial performance, and address scope changes proactively.
Review deliverables for accuracy and completeness in accordance with quality assurance and quality control standards.
Support constructible design and verify that construction complies with plans and requirements.