Senior Underground Transmission Engineer
About The Position
The Senior Underground Transmission Engineer is a senior member of the electric transmission design team, leading multidisciplinary project teams in engineering and designing underground transmission projects from small, quick-turnaround assignments to large, complex transmission line designs ranging from 34.5kV to 500kV. The role applies technical expertise and leadership to deliver a diverse project portfolio. The position is a key interface between Transmission Engineering and stakeholders in project planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management. It also carries responsibility for team development, client stewardship, and continuous improvement of engineering practices.
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 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 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.
- Ability to effectively 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 a portfolio of transmission projects.
- Manage engineering for 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 and daily work assignments.
- Mentor and develop technical staff by providing 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 projects.
- Maintain strong relationships with existing clients and identify and 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.
- Take ownership of deliverable accuracy and completeness through disciplined review and adherence to QA/QC standards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
