Project Engineer

The Project Engineer will oversee the design of high voltage infrastructure projects. This role involves leading a team of engineers and designers to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering, with extensive experience in high voltage substation or transmission lines projects.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Professional development opportunities.

What You’ll Do:

• Engineer projects from inception to completion, including planning, design, permitting, construction support, and closeout.
• Oversee a team of engineers, designers, and drafters to prepare engineering calculations, drawings, and specifications for electrical substations or transmission lines.
• Execute a project to a budget and schedule while ensuring cost-effective solutions.
• Ensure all projects comply with local, state, and federal regulations and standards, including environmental and safety requirements.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, including government agencies, contractors, and the public, to ensure successful project delivery.
• Implement quality control procedures to ensure the highest standards of workmanship and materials.
• Prepare and maintain detailed project status reports, engineering documentation, and records.
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work.
• Participate in the training and mentoring of new engineers.

What You’ll Bring:

Required Experience and Education

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the electric utility industry performing detailed engineering for high voltage substation or transmission line projects.
• Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) or Graduate degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited university.
• P.E. license required.
• Strong technical expertise in structural, civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering, with a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles and practices.
• Expert knowledge of electric utility engineering and construction standards.
• Strong understanding of industry-specific software packages.
• Familiarity with processes and procedures for project controls and estimates.
• Demonstrated experience supporting external customers.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, clients, and external partners.
• Knowledge of relevant industry codes, standards, and regulations, including ANSI, ASTM, ACI, AISC, IEEE, NEC, NESC, and others.
• Able to deal with ambiguity and ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and determine priorities in a complex environment.

Travel Requirements:

• Role will require travel as necessary to achieve job responsibilities, up to 10-25% of the time.