Transmission Line Project Engineer (Rocky Mountain)

WSP•Hailey, UT

2d•$115,000 - $195,000

About The Position

WSP is seeking a Transmission Line Project Engineer to join its Power Delivery Team. The position offers flexible work arrangements, with the option to work remotely or from an office across the Rocky Mountain region. Preferred locations include Denver, Colorado; Salt Lake City, Utah; Billings and Bozeman, Montana; and Boise and Hailey, Idaho. The role provides technical leadership and guidance for planning, designing, and delivering high-voltage overhead transmission line projects. Work may include research, design, concept development, planning, client interactions, business and proposal development, construction support, and staff mentorship. The engineer supports project development through disciplined engineering practices, multidisciplinary coordination, and adherence to quality and safety standards. The successful candidate leads and coordinates project engineering, supports project managers and department activities, and contributes to client relationships and business development. Projects may involve transmission lines up to 765 kV. Travel to client offices, field locations, or vendor facilities may be needed. The expected salary range for Colorado is $115,000–$195,000; compensation may vary based on qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
7–10 years of experience in the transmission field designing or managing projects and leading multidisciplinary teams.
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
Understanding of the NESC, RUS, and/or GO-95.
Strong understanding of transmission line fundamentals and PLS-CADD operation.
Strong written and oral English communication skills to work effectively with internal team members and external clients.
Experience using the Microsoft Office software suite.
Track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.

Nice To Haves

Field program planning, management, and execution experience.
Subcontractor management experience.
Cost estimating and scheduling experience.
Field experience.
MBA degree from an accredited university.
Involvement in technical societies such as IEEE, CIGRE, or ASCE.
Experience using ArcGIS, AutoCAD/MicroStation, and foundation design software such as FAD Tools, SHAFT, or LPILE.
POLE and TOWER experience.

Responsibilities

Lead and execute engineering for transmission projects up to 765 kV.
Lead or support initial project execution layout and establish an efficient project plan.
Create and maintain project schedules.
Conduct weekly or biweekly project meetings, identify upcoming deliverables and tasks, and assign responsible personnel.
Coordinate with clients on project status and support project meetings.
Maintain project workflow and communication across internal and external multidisciplinary teams.
Forecast project requirements to support resource planning.
Facilitate and follow WSP quality assurance and quality control procedures.
Participate in industry conferences and foster knowledge transfer to colleagues.
Apply transmission line design expertise in areas including PLS-CADD, structure staking, foundations, assembly drawings, structure loading, material procurement, construction specifications and methods, construction estimates, and construction support.
Lead project teams of varying sizes.
Travel to client offices, field locations, and vendor facilities as needed.
Support project managers with project status reports, project scope, schedules, budgets, scope variances, updates, and forecasting.
Lead or support client meetings in person or remotely.
Develop client relationships and help position WSP to win future work.
Support resource forecasting and recruitment efforts.
Provide business improvement methodologies and procedures.
Support staff performance and technical development with department leadership.
Contribute to business planning.
Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.