Lead Transmission Line Engineer

Lead Transmission Line Engineer

Leidos is a Fortune 500 company aimed at embracing and solving some of the world's most pressing challenges. Through science and technology, Leidos makes the world safer, healthier and more efficient.

We are seeking a Lead Transmission Line Engineer who will manage a collaborative and dynamic team working in a fast-paced environment, solving challenging problems involved with electric transmission. The successful candidate will serve as a Lead Engineer and Project Manager on electric transmission line design projects of overhead and underground systems for some of the largest utilities in the country as well as regional utilities. The candidate will apply NESC, ASCE, ACI, NEC and other applicable standards in the engineering and design of all types of capital and maintenance projects from 34.5 kV to 500 kV.

Additionally, the candidate will direct a team of engineers that regularly perform engineering analyses, PLS-CADD modeling, structure loading calculations, design structure framing and hardware assemblies, draft plans and specifications, and prepare bill of materials and procurement documents across project planning, engineering, environmental, permitting, and construction management phases.

Successful candidate can expect a fast-paced, diverse work environment & flexible work hours/work arrangements as well as a manager and peers who will encourage career development and growth!

This is a senior leadership role with primary responsibilities in client relations, staff management, proposal development, scope creation/change, project execution, and new business capture for the teams' full book of work. This position offers the successful candidate direct report responsibilities and the opportunity to further develop an already growing engineering team. The successful candidate will be able to communicate clear expectations, goals, and vision; manage the performance of direct reports; motivate, coach and mentor skilled professionals; and appropriately delegate project work. The candidate must be capable to manage collaboration and positive team culture to achieve successful results.

Work Location: 100% REMOTE (must reside within the U.S., Mountain time zone is preferred).

Required Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering; Civil Engineering is preferred

8+ years of relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems with a Bachelor's degree, or 6+ years of such experience with a Master's

Expertise in PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE

Work effectively in team environment; can also work independently

Track record of outstanding communication to serve as primary point of contact for existing and perspective clients

Business acumen with a record of understanding and meeting key project performance metrics

Working onsite in Leidos or client office is a possibility; some periodic travel may be required

Ability and passion to develop staff through mentoring

Desired Experience:

2+ years of supervising staff

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Experience with TOWER

EIT or PE certification

Experience with LPILE or FAD, Mathcad, AutoCAD or MicroStation, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a plus