Supervising Transmission Line Engineer

Dashiell•Houston, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Dashiell, an operating unit of Quanta Services, provides technical and construction services for critical electric infrastructure. The Supervising Transmission Line Engineer has responsibility for the profitability, quality, and schedule performance of transmission engineering teams. The role oversees staffing and resource assignment, performs engineering work as needed, and coordinates multiple project teams and concurrent projects. It requires extensive knowledge of transmission line design and engineering. The position is based in Dashiell’s Houston, Texas office and reports to the VP of Engineering. Short periods of out-of-town travel may be required based on projects and assignments. The engineer ensures projects meet quality, schedule, and profitability objectives; assigns work based on project requirements and staffing; coordinates engineering with construction and purchasing; maintains project schedules and budgets; and ensures teams follow project standards and the company’s QA/QC process. The role also performs transmission engineering and design, including structure analysis, sag and tension calculations, and foundation design, and supports project teams in applying relevant industry standards. The engineer maintains safety analysis sheets and uses the company document management system. The role requires a relevant engineering bachelor’s degree, a Professional Engineer license, and at least 10 years of transmission and distribution experience, including extensive hands-on transmission line design experience and experience managing multidisciplinary design teams. The work is primarily in a climate-controlled office, with occasional field or industrial exposure during site visits. Dashiell offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or another applicable engineering discipline from an accredited university.
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE); if licensed in a state other than the state of practice, must be able to obtain a license within one year of hire.
At least 10 years of experience in the transmission and distribution industry, with extensive knowledge and demonstrated experience in transmission engineering and design.
At least 10 years of hands-on design experience, with extensive knowledge of high-voltage transmission lines.
Experience managing a design team that includes engineers, designers, and drafters across multiple disciplines.
Knowledge of transmission engineering, including routing, conductor selection, lattice tower analysis, structure determination, plan and profile development, and material takeoffs.
Strong knowledge of engineering software such as PLS-CADD, PLS-Tower, PLS-Pole, Sag10, LPILE, and FAD, as applicable.
Extensive knowledge of applicable transmission design standards, including NESC, GO 95, IEEE, ANSI, and ASTM.
Extensive knowledge of design documents and drawings needed to complete projects.
Ability to oversee multiple projects, anticipate resource-loading needs, and coordinate with departments and management to set team goals.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to lead in a team environment and communicate goals effectively.
Ability to sit for extended periods during computer-based work.
Ability to stand and walk intermittently throughout the workday.
Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.
Occasional travel to other offices or meeting locations.
At least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Ensure projects meet quality, schedule, and profitability objectives.
Supervise project teams to support on-time completion of multiple projects.
Assign projects to engineering teams according to project requirements, schedules, and personnel availability.
Hold weekly meetings with project teams.
Coordinate engineering team efforts with construction and purchasing departments or external clients to meet construction milestones.
Ensure teams use project-specific standards and that design work progresses efficiently.
Ensure team members follow the Dashiell QA/QC process and qualify individuals to perform QA/QC under that process.
Coordinate project activities with customer representatives, project teams, management, and other stakeholders.
Prepare and track project schedules and budgets, and work with team leaders to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
Use engineering application software and independently perform transmission line engineering, including structure analysis, sag and tension calculations, and foundation design.
Perform project engineering and design as necessary to meet project schedules.
Ensure project teams apply applicable engineering standards, including NESC, GO 95, IEEE, ANSI, and ASTM.
Use the document management system properly.
Ensure project team members work responsibly and take ownership of their work.
Travel out of town for short periods as required by projects and assignments.
Maintain job safety analysis sheets.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

Company-paid life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Medical coverage through a traditional PPO or one of two high-deductible health plans, with FSA or HSA options
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Supplemental life insurance
Short-term disability
Critical illness insurance
Group accident insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
401(k) plan with immediate vesting
Competitive compensation package