Kiewit
Overhead Transmission Team Lead - Kiewit Power Delivery Engineering
Kiewit, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60601
Overhead Transmission Team Lead - Kiewit Power Delivery Engineering
Kiewit Power Engineers has an immediate opening for a motivated Overhead Transmission Team Lead to join our growing Power Delivery team! As part of this team of highly specialized design professionals, you will support a variety of transmission and distribution projects ranging from 12kV to 500kV in both engineering detailed design and Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC) projects for clients throughout the country. You will be part of a team that supports all aspects of the project execution process by performing innovative design engineering through brainstorming conceptual designs, performing and/or reviewing final design and deliverables, scheduling tasks to meet client needs, as well as mitigating risk to ensure smooth and safe construction operations. This position is based out of our office in Chicago, IL. Additional location options are Houston, TX; Portland, OR; Kansas City, KS; Denver, CO; San Diego, CA; Columbus, OH; and Raleigh, NC. Relocation is available for well-qualified candidates. Responsibilities include leading a collaborative team to understand client needs, preparing deliverables, and providing project updates; establishing design criteria based on industry, company, and/or client standards; overseeing creation of computer models of overhead electric transmission lines and structures; overseeing assembly of drawings, specifications, and design criteria for the procurement of tubular steel structures, lattice towers, and transmission line hardware; and providing design oversight and quality reviews for complex drawing packages ensuring client and code requirements are met for the project. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field; at least 5 years' experience designing and engineering transmission lines between 69kV and 345kV; Professional Engineering (PE) License strongly preferred; proficient in PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole; PLS TOWER experience preferred; and knowledge of MFAD, LPILE, and geotechnical recommendation application for foundation design preferred. Working conditions include a fast-paced office environment; must be able to interact professionally with all levels of management while simultaneously manage a diversified workload and challenging situations efficiently and effectively; regularly sit, stand, walk and talk and listen; occasionally lift and move objects up to 30 pounds; travel in the U.S. and internationally (5-15%). Other Requirements include regular, reliable attendance; work productively and meet deadlines timely; communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment; perform work safely and effectively; understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies; work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines; work overtime and weekends as required; and may work at various different locations and conditions may vary. We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Kiewit Power Engineers has an immediate opening for a motivated Overhead Transmission Team Lead to join our growing Power Delivery team! As part of this team of highly specialized design professionals, you will support a variety of transmission and distribution projects ranging from 12kV to 500kV in both engineering detailed design and Engineer, Procure, Construct (EPC) projects for clients throughout the country. You will be part of a team that supports all aspects of the project execution process by performing innovative design engineering through brainstorming conceptual designs, performing and/or reviewing final design and deliverables, scheduling tasks to meet client needs, as well as mitigating risk to ensure smooth and safe construction operations. This position is based out of our office in Chicago, IL. Additional location options are Houston, TX; Portland, OR; Kansas City, KS; Denver, CO; San Diego, CA; Columbus, OH; and Raleigh, NC. Relocation is available for well-qualified candidates. Responsibilities include leading a collaborative team to understand client needs, preparing deliverables, and providing project updates; establishing design criteria based on industry, company, and/or client standards; overseeing creation of computer models of overhead electric transmission lines and structures; overseeing assembly of drawings, specifications, and design criteria for the procurement of tubular steel structures, lattice towers, and transmission line hardware; and providing design oversight and quality reviews for complex drawing packages ensuring client and code requirements are met for the project. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field; at least 5 years' experience designing and engineering transmission lines between 69kV and 345kV; Professional Engineering (PE) License strongly preferred; proficient in PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole; PLS TOWER experience preferred; and knowledge of MFAD, LPILE, and geotechnical recommendation application for foundation design preferred. Working conditions include a fast-paced office environment; must be able to interact professionally with all levels of management while simultaneously manage a diversified workload and challenging situations efficiently and effectively; regularly sit, stand, walk and talk and listen; occasionally lift and move objects up to 30 pounds; travel in the U.S. and internationally (5-15%). Other Requirements include regular, reliable attendance; work productively and meet deadlines timely; communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment; perform work safely and effectively; understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies; work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines; work overtime and weekends as required; and may work at various different locations and conditions may vary. We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.