WSP · 5 months ago
Transmission Line Project Engineer (Pacific) - Remote
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$97K/yr - $160K/yr
5+ years expWSP is seeking a Transmission Line Project Engineer to join our Power Delivery Team. This role provides technical leadership for the planning, design, and delivery of high-voltage overhead transmission line projects, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead and execute the engineering of transmission projects up to 765kV
Lead and/or support the initial project execution layout to ensure an efficient and effective project plan has been established
Responsible for creating and maintaining a project schedule
Conduct weekly or bi-weekly project meetings to outline upcoming deliverables and tasks with the responsible personnel identified clearly
Coordinate with clients on project status and support project meetings as necessary
Maintain project workflow and thorough communication across multi-disciplinary projects, both internal and external to WSP
Forecast upcoming project requirements to assist in resource planning
Facilitate and adhere to WSP’s QA/QC procedures
Participate in industry conferences, both internal and external, to improve professional growth while fostering knowledge transfer to colleagues
Demonstrate transmission line design expertise pertaining to PLS-CADD, structure staking, foundations, assembly drawings, structure loading, material procurement, construction specifications, construction methods, construction estimates, and construction support
Lead project teams of varying sizes
Travel to client offices/field/vendor facilities, as needed
Support the Project Manager with project status reports
Work with PMs to develop scope, schedule, and budget for new projects
Work with PMs to identify out-of-scope items and support work scope variances
Provide weekly or bi-weekly project updates and project forecasting
Lead and/or support the PM with meetings with clients, both in person and remotely
Develop client relationships, allowing WSP the opportunity to position ourselves to win future work
Support resource forecasting
Support recruitment efforts
Provide business improvement methodologies and procedures
Support staff performance and technical development with department leadership
Contribute to the business planning efforts
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
5-7 years' experience in the transmission field of designing/managing projects and leading multi-disciplinary teams
Professional Engineering (PE) licensure
Understanding of the NESC, RUS, and/or GO-95
Strong understanding of transmission line fundamentals and PLS-CADD operation
The candidate must have a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel
Experience using the Microsoft Office software suite
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Preferred
Field program planning, management, and execution
Subcontractor management
Cost estimating and scheduling
Field experience
MBA degree from an accredited university
Involvement in technical societies (IEEE, CIGRE, ASCE…)
Experience using ArcGIS, AutoCAD/MicroStation, Foundation Design Software (FAD Tools, SHAFT, LPILE)
POLE and TOWER experience
Benefits
Medical
Dental
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Disability
Life
Retirement savings
Company
WSP
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