Overview
Our client is looking for a Lead Engineer to run their Transmission Line Group . As a Lead Engineer, you will provide leadership and senior-level engineering / technical expertise on complex electric transmission design projects for high-voltage (HV) and extra high-voltage (EHV) overhead utility systems.
Some of the main responsibilities will be to ensure the team is meeting client requirements; both quality and schedule deadlines, as well as ensuring the team is engaged and their input is valued. We want to inspire our team members to produce at the level of excellence for which Pickett is known.
This role will require you to be hands-on and manage, prepare, review and / or provide guidance for line routing, survey coordination, PLS-CADD modeling, structure design, foundation design, clearance checks, plan / profile development, material specification and procurement, constructability evaluations, work order package preparation, permitting, vendor / subcontractor coordination and construction support.
Responsibilities
- Supervise a team of engineers, technicians, and drafters
- Communicate clear expectations, goals, and vision
- Manage the performance of the team and delegate project work
- Motivate, coach and mentor team members
- Manage projects, ensure quality of work and on-time delivery
- Review and approve engineering design submittals
- Develop lasting relationships with clients
- Estimate projects and develop proposals
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (required)Professional Engineer (PE) certification (required)10+ years of related transmission line engineering experience in the electric utility industry (required)Extensive experience using PLS-CADD (required)Extensive experience with design codes and standards such as : NESC, IEEE, ASCE and ACIExtensive experience liaising with substation, environmental, real estate, construction, and maintenance stakeholdersDeep understanding of industry standards and methods (engineering, procurement, and construction)Strong project management skills and experienceAbility to work in a safe manner and always obey safety regulationsAdept self-starter who thrives in an unstructured, varied and deadline-driven work environmentStrong leadership skills and ability to coach other team members and provide direction for projectsStrong ability to collaborate with team members as well as peers in the electrical utility industryEffective business and technical communication skills (verbal, written and presentation)Candidates must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company's driving (MVR) policyJ-18808-Ljbffr