Director, Transmission Engineering

Description

The Director of Transmission Engineering is responsible for directing a regional segment of the Transmission Engineering group, including the supervision of technical designers, engineers, supervisors, and managers. In this role, candidates will be directly responsible for the growth of the business unit, development of engineering designs, proposals/estimates, and communication of technical and design information to our customers. Directors ensure the group is operating in compliance with client procedures, design standards, state and federal regulatory requirements and safety code requirements and, at times, will collaborate closely with managers of various other groups in staffing and resources needs. In addition to driving the direction of the group from a technical and operations focus; candidates will work directly with Division leaders to expand our geographic footprint and client-base.

• Lead initiatives to improve efficiencies, quality of product, and marketing opportunities.
• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Transmission Line design staff and operations.
• Manages the development of the supervisory staff and principal engineers through mentoring and hands-on instruction.
• Collaborate with Division Leadership to develop new client opportunities and capture market share.
• Collaborate with other departments and divisions on company-wide initiatives.
• Evaluate the performance and development of technical and supervisory staff.
• Manage and provide guidance and direction for professional communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manages resource balancing and forecasting across various clients and projects.
• Fosters project team setting, demonstrating, and encouraging good collaboration skills.
• Maintain relationships with our existing clients and seek out opportunities with potential future clients.
• Collaborate with Division Leadership to develop, evaluate, and implement new policies and procedures which reflect best engineering practices.

Requirements

• Experience with NESC, ASCE and IEEE standards
• Experience leading an engineering team, demonstrating proficiency in resource management and delegation of engineering tasks.
• Demonstrates good written and oral communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural or Electrical, Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Ability and willingness to travel to various locations and work sites to meet with clients and support project work.
• Demonstrates ability to provide clear direction on project assignments of all levels of complexity.
• Proficiency in MS Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Project)
• 7+ years’ experience in Power Transmission design with prior supervisor experience.
• Demonstrates ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
• Advanced knowledge of overhead & underground Transmission facilities and understanding of its integration into daily activities.

Benefits

• PE Licensure

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance