Design Lead

Description

The Design Lead at HBK Engineering is responsible for upholding the highest quality and compliance standards on electrical utility distribution design and construction projects. Working alongside a team of planners and designers, the lead ensures projects meet or exceed industry standards, regulatory requirements, and client expectations. Candidates should possess a strong understanding of electrical distribution systems and proven QA/QC capabilities.

• Perform quality control reviews of preliminary and final electrical distribution designs, ensuring strict adherence to standards.
• Execute designs and provide technical guidance for multiple complex, time‑sensitive projects concurrently.
• Contribute to planning, engineering, and design of electrical distribution systems, addressing customer requests with innovative solutions.
• Review site plans to identify miscalculations, inaccuracies, and omissions, offering feedback to improve outcomes.
• Initiate, plan, and design activities for infrastructure replacement programs such as Grid Resiliency and DOTS initiatives.
• Assist in creating and maintaining comprehensive quality control procedures and policies for distribution utility operations.
• Stay current with industry trends and regulations to ensure compliance.
• Identify opportunities to enhance quality control processes, improving efficiency and project quality.
• Direct client interface and relationship management responsibilities.
• Lead coordination of complex utility engineering projects.
• Team management duties including timesheet approval and annual reviews.
• Travel for field work and client engagement.

Requirements

• Minimum five years of experience in electrical utility distribution/transmission design, construction, or engineering.
• Required experience with SCE.
• In‑depth knowledge of quality control principles, procedures, and standards in the electrical utility industry.
• Proficiency with pole loading software (SPIDA, O‑Calc) and AutoCAD/AUD/MicroStation (preferred); Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to interpret and apply blueprints, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and motivate team members.
• Strong project management skills, handling multiple projects and meeting deadlines.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and industry standards.

Benefits

The position offers a compensation range of $75,000 per year, dependent on experience and qualifications, along with a comprehensive benefits package. HBK is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on protected characteristics and provides accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

• Leadership opportunities overseeing up to six engineering staff members.
• Professional growth within HBK’s senior Design Track.
• Collaborative environment with project management and engineering leadership.
• Comprehensive benefits package and career advancement to senior design leadership roles.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance