Senior Underground Transmission Engineer

Westwood Professional Services•Westminster, CO

About The Position

The Senior Underground Transmission Engineer is a senior member of Westwood’s 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 designs spanning 34.5kV to 500kV. The role applies technical expertise and leadership to deliver a diverse project portfolio, serving as a key interface between Transmission Engineering and stakeholders in project planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management. It also involves 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; contributes to schedules and staffing plans; mentors technical staff; collaborates across departments; and develops client relationships and new business opportunities. The role also calls for strong design, quality, budget, coordination, communication, leadership, and decision-making capabilities.

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.
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 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 from 34.5kV to 500kV, ensuring technical quality, schedule performance, and client satisfaction.
Participate in developing project schedules and determining technical staffing needs and daily work assignments.
Mentor and develop technical staff in engineering principles, applicable electrical and safety codes, and transmission design practices.
Collaborate with other departments and divisions on company-wide initiatives and cross-functional projects.
Maintain relationships with existing clients and pursue opportunities to expand the firm’s work with prospective clients.
Develop functional, constructible, and innovative designs that balance client vision, budget, and regulatory requirements.
Consider construction impacts in design and verify construction compliance with plans and requirements.
Own deliverable accuracy and completeness through 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 deliver integrated, conflict-free work.
Lead project and functional teams, support accountability, and foster an environment where people thrive.
Communicate technical information clearly in written, verbal, and visual formats.
Analyze complex problems, balance priorities, and make timely decisions under uncertainty.