Director, Transmission Engineering at Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Overland Park, Kansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Power Transmission Design, Resource Management, Project Management, Communication Skills, Collaboration Skills, Mentoring, NESC Standards, ASCE Standards, IEEE Standards, MS Office, Safety Compliance, Client Relationship Management, Proposal Development

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

Description The Director of Transmission Engineering is responsible for directing a regional segment of the Transmission Engineering group, including supervising technical designers, engineers, supervisors, and managers. In this role, candidates will be directly responsible for the growth of the business unit, the development of engineering designs, the preparation of proposals/estimates, and the 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, collaborate closely with managers of other groups on staffing and resource 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. Requirements Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Transmission Line design staff and operations. Manages resource balancing and forecasting across various clients and projects. Manages the development of the supervisory staff and principal engineers through mentoring and hands-on instruction. Manage and provide guidance and direction for professional communication with internal and external stakeholders. Lead initiatives to improve efficiencies, quality of product, and marketing opportunities. Evaluate the performance and development of technical and supervisory staff. Collaborate with Division Leadership to develop, evaluate, and implement new policies and procedures which reflect best engineering practices. Collaborate with Division Leadership to develop new client opportunities and capture market share. Collaborate with other departments and divisions on company-wide initiatives. Maintain relationships with our existing clients and seek out opportunities with potential future clients Required Skills: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural or Electrical, Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program. 7+ years’ experience in Power Transmission design with prior supervisor experience. PE Licensure Experience leading an engineering team, demonstrating proficiency in resource management and delegation of engineering tasks. Demonstrates ability to provide clear direction on project assignments of all levels of complexity. Demonstrates ability to manage multiple projects concurrently Demonstrates good written and oral communication skills with internal and external stakeholders Fosters project team setting, demonstrating, and encouraging good collaboration skills. Ability and willingness to travel to various locations and work sites to meet with clients and support project work. Advanced knowledge of overhead & underground Transmission facilities and understanding of its integration into daily activities. Experience with NESC, ASCE and IEEE standards Proficiency in MS Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Project)

Responsibilities

The Director of Transmission Engineering oversees the Transmission Engineering group, managing staff and operations while ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. They are also responsible for business growth, engineering design development, and client communication.