Lead Engineer - Transmission Line

Tampa, Florida Permanent USD140,000 - USD200,000 per year Hybrid working View Job Description
As a Lead Engineer, you will provide leadership and senior-level engineering/technical expertise on complex electric transmission design projects for high-voltage (HV) and extra high-voltage (EHV) overhead utility systems. Some of the main responsibilities will be to ensure the team is meeting client requirements; both quality and schedule deadlines, as well as ensuring the team is engaged and their input is valued.
  • Diverse infrastructure projects with real ownership
  • Strong growth, training, and flexible work culture

About Our Client

This is a nationally recognized, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm delivering integrated solutions across power infrastructure and T&D projects. Known for its collaborative approach and technical depth, the firm partners closely with clients to deliver complex, high-impact projects that shape long-term growth and development.

Job Description

This role will require you to be hands-on and manage, prepare, review and/or provide guidance for line routing, survey coordination, PLS-CADD modeling, structure design, foundation design, clearance checks, plan/profile development, material specification and procurement, constructability evaluations, work order package preparation, permitting, vendor/subcontractor coordination and construction support.

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise a team of engineers, technicians, and drafters
  • Communicate clear expectations, goals, and vision
  • Manage the performance of the team and delegate project work
  • Motivate, coach and mentor team members
  • Manage projects, ensure quality of work and on-time delivery
  • Review and approve engineering design submittals
  • Develop lasting relationships with clients
  • Estimate projects and develop proposals



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (required)
  • Professional Engineer (PE) certification (required)
  • 10+ years of related transmission line engineering experience in the electric utility industry (required)
  • Extensive experience using PLS-CADD (required)
  • Extensive experience with design codes and standards such as: NESC, IEEE, ASCE and ACI
  • Extensive experience liaising with substation, environmental, real estate, construction, and maintenance stakeholders
  • Deep understanding of industry standards and methods (engineering, procurement, and construction)
  • Strong project management skills and experience
  • Ability to work in a safe manner and always obey safety regulations
  • Adept self-starter who thrives in an unstructured, varied and deadline-driven work environment
  • Strong leadership skills and ability to coach other team members and provide direction for projects
  • Strong ability to collaborate with team members as well as peers in the electrical utility industry
  • Effective business and technical communication skills (verbal, written and presentation)
  • Candidate must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company's driving (MVR) policy.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive annual salary ranging from $140,000 to $200,000 USD.
  • 401(k) with a guaranteed employer match
  • PTO (Paid Time Off) & 10 Paid Holidays
  • Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)
  • Behavioral Medicine through Teladoc
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance (Employer Paid)
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Life and Pet Insurance
  • Education Reimbursement Opportunities
  • Flexible and Dependent Benefits Plan
  • Referral Bonuses



If you are an experienced professional looking to make a significant impact as a Lead Engineer - Transmission Line in Tampa, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Dom Delia
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7048119

Job summary

Sector
Power & Energy
Sub Sector
Electrical Design Engineer
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Tampa
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Dom Delia
Job Reference
JN-062026-7048119
Job Nature
Hybrid working