Transmission Line Project Engineer

WSP•Lake Oswego, OR

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

WSP is seeking a Transmission Line Project Engineer to join their team in Lake Oswego, OR, with consideration for Boise, ID; Salt Lake City, UT, and Billings, MT. This role involves providing technical leadership and guidance for high-voltage overhead transmission line projects, encompassing research, design, concept development, planning, client interactions, business development, proposal development, construction support, and staff mentorship. The position emphasizes disciplined engineering practices, cross-functional team coordination, and adherence to quality and safety standards to meet or exceed industry expectations.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
5-7 years’ experience in the transmission field of designing/managing projects and leading multi-disciplinary teams
Professional Engineering (PE) licensure.
Understanding of the NESC, RUS, and/or GO-95.
Strong understanding of transmission line fundamentals and PLS-CADD operation
Strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills
Experience using the Microsoft Office software suite
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Field program planning, management, and execution.
Subcontractor management.
Cost estimating and scheduling.
Field experience.
MBA degree from an accredited university.
Involvement in technical societies (IEEE, CIGRE, ASCE…)
Experience using ArcGIS, AutoCAD/MicroStation, Foundation Design Software (FAD Tools, SHAFT, LPILE).
POLE and TOWER experience.

Responsibilities

Lead and execute the engineering of transmission projects up to 765kV.
Lead and/or support the initial project execution layout to ensure an efficient and effective project plan.
Create and maintain a project schedule.
Conduct weekly or bi-weekly project meetings to outline upcoming deliverables and tasks.
Coordinate with clients on project status and support project meetings.
Maintain project workflow and communication across multi-disciplinary projects.
Forecast upcoming project requirements for resource planning.
Facilitate and adhere to WSP’s QA/QC procedures.
Participate in industry conferences for professional growth and knowledge transfer.
Demonstrate transmission line design expertise in PLS-CADD, structure staking, foundations, assembly drawings, structure loading, material procurement, construction specifications, construction methods, construction estimates, and construction support.
Lead project teams of varying sizes.
Travel to client offices/field/vendor facilities as needed.
Support the Project Manager with project status reports.
Work with PMs to develop scope, schedule, and budget for new projects.
Work with PMs to identify out-of-scope items and support work scope variances.
Provide weekly or bi-weekly project updates and project forecasting.
Lead and/or support the PM with client meetings.
Develop client relationships to secure future work.
Support resource forecasting.
Support recruitment efforts.
Provide business improvement methodologies and procedures.
Support staff performance and technical development with department leadership.
Contribute to business planning efforts.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.