Director, Engineering Transmission

Description

• Actively support business development initiatives by engaging in client meetings, proposal development, and strategic planning.
• Lead the development and implementation of engineering standards, processes, and quality assurance protocols.
• Mentor and grow a high-performing team of engineers and technical staff through training, feedback, and professional development.
• Establish and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, regulatory agencies, and industry stakeholders.
• Functions as department manager and provides organizational structure with roles and responsibilities to develop engineering standards.
• Represent UUE in industry conferences, technical committees, and professional associations.
• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all transmission engineering activities, ensuring the delivery of safe, reliable, cost-effective, and high-quality solutions.
• Collaborate closely with Substation, Protection & Control, Civil/Structural, and Project Management teams to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Responsible for day-to-day work assignments on a project-specific basis, reviewing engineers’ drawings, and solving design issues as required.
• Manage department resources, budgets, and schedules across a portfolio of projects.
• Oversee risk management, compliance, and technical due diligence for major projects.
• Develop, coordinate, and oversee Transmission engineering related design activities as required to effectively serve our clients.
• Contribute to strategic planning, revenue forecasting, and operational growth of the engineering organization.

Requirements

• Relevant experience with major IOUs (Investor-Owned Utilities) is a plus.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license and NCEES Record are required.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in transmission line engineering, with 5+ of those years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Proven experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams through all project phases including feasibility, permitting, detailed design, and construction support.
• Results driven with strong planning & organizational skills, delegation, conflict management, and ability to build effective teams.
• Strong experience in high-voltage design (69kV to 500kV), transmission routing, and permitting processes.
• Master’s degree in Engineering or Business (preferred).
• Demonstrated success managing budgets, schedules, and risk on complex engineering projects.
• Deep knowledge of transmission line engineering, NESC, NEC, IEEE, ASCE, and regional utility standards.
• Familiarity with EPC delivery models and utility-scale renewable project development is a plus.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and navigate complex stakeholder environments.
• Hybrid work model preferred; ability to work in-office and remotely.
• Office and occasional field work, including site visits, client meetings, and inspections.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on continuous improvement, innovation, and customer service.
• Bluebeam (preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Travel up to 20% across North America as needed for project support and client engagement.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.
• Must be competent with the following Software:

Benefits

• Ten (10) days paid holidays off
• Flexible work schedule
• Professional development opportunities
• Competitive PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Competitive salary
• 401(k) matching
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance