Senior Overhead Transmission Engineer - Kiewit Power Delivery

Location : Denver, CO, US, Lone Tree, CO, US

Requisition ID : 170878

Job Level : Mid Level

Home District / Group : Kiewit Power Engineering

Market : Power

Employment Type : Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Power Delivery is a full-service engineering and construction solutions provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the transmission and distribution market from high voltage overhead and underground transmission to distribution and automation design and construction capabilities.

Our rapidly growing power delivery business has opened new locations across North America to strengthen our market presence while executing work within the communities that we live.

We are committed to building upon our history as one of the safest companies to work for by equipping our craft with the best tooling and safety programs available.

On our team, you’ll have the opportunity to see more, touch more, and do more than you ever imagined. Kiewit’s culture encourages training, developing your skills, and tailoring your experience and knowledge to allow you to take on projects that impact millions across North America.

Location

This position is based in our Denver or Lone Tree, CO, office. Relocation assistance is available to well-qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

Lead a collaborative team to understand client needs, prepare deliverables, and provide project updates.

You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.

• Establish design criteria based on industry, company, and / or client standards.
• Create and review computer models of overhead electric transmission lines and structures in PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE and PLS TOWER.
• Assemble and review drawings, specifications, and design criteria for the procurement of tubular steel structures, lattice towers, and transmission line hardware.
• Develop and review comprehensive construction packages for internal construction crews and client contractors.
• Provide design oversight and quality reviews for complex drawing packages ensuring client and code requirements are met.
• Drive a culture of design excellence and continuous improvement.
• Advise team on interpretation and / or proper application of codes and standards.
• Responsible for project contract compliance, quantities, and technical deliverable accuracy.
• Present to management, analyze PLS-CADD reports, formulate design aids, and draft reports using Microsoft 365.
• Communicate resource needs and ensure project schedules and budgets are maintained.
• Visit construction sites, meet in client offices, and travel out of town as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• At least 10 years’ experience designing and engineering transmission lines between 69kV and 500kV preferred.
• Professional Engineering (PE) License strongly preferred.
• Proficient in PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole and PLS TOWER.
• Knowledge of MFAD, LPILE, and geotechnical recommendation application for foundation design preferred.
• Knowledge of client and industry standards including NESC, ASCE, IEEE, and RUS.
• Experience leading teams and projects.
• Experience managing direct reports including approving timesheets, performance appraisals, and resource planning preferred.

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced office environment; must be able to interact professionally with all levels of management while managing a diversified workload efficiently.
• Travel in the U.S. and internationally (5-15%).

Base Compensation : $87,834 - $134,521

Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and / or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes top-tier medical, dental and vision plans, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business.

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