Transmission Line Principal Engineer

Airswift is seeking a Transmission Line Principal Engineer to work on a remote assignment for a client in Juno Beach, FL.

This position is responsible for the management of design for assigned transmission generation tie lines for Wind, Solar, and Battery Energy Storage, and for stand-alone transmission line projects. The Transmission Line Principal Engineer works in the Engineering & Construction (E&C) Group and is responsible for managing the design of transmission line projects from conception (Early Stage) through construction and commissioning (Execution). The Client's Energy Resources does not self-perform design. Line design is performed by engineering consultants under the direction of the Transmission Line Principal Engineer.

This role is limited to the transmission line. Others manage substation design, power systems analysis, protection and control, etc.

Job Responsibilities:

• Define and influence the project requirements and scope with the Development Group.
• Secure engineering consulting resources from a list of approved suppliers by developing a scope of work, securing bids, evaluating, and awarding work through the client's Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) Group.
• Coordinate with other project stakeholders to develop and secure a route, support the engineering data, and permit necessary to design and build the line, including geotechnical and lidar data. Activities include competitively sourcing, selecting and contracting geotechnical, survey, engineering, and construction services, and supporting the E&C Cost Estimating Team with scope assumptions.
• Responsible for coordinating the engineering deliverables in support of competitive proposals, as well as design and construction of projects. Deliverables include Issued for Bid, Issued for Procurement, Issued for Construction, and As-built drawings, design criteria, and contributions to proposal documents (RFP).
• Coordination with other groups to ensure the projects are successful. Generally responsible for representing E&C’s internal and external interests on assigned projects, including presentations/briefing on current progress, issues, and risk mitigation in meetings with various levels of management.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of direct experience in the development, design, engineering, and construction of High Voltage Transmission line projects.
• Strong knowledge of transmission design and project management skills, a bias for action, proven analytical and problem-solving skills, and an ability to provide value engineering and ensure design quality.
• Technical competence such as the ability to understand one line and three-line diagrams, general arrangements, plan and profiles and other common deliverables.
• Travel required within North America.

Preferred Skills:

• Project Engineering and/or Project Management experience with a strong bias for action.
• PMP and/or P.E. in related discipline is a plus.
• Proficiency with standard industry tools such as PLSCADD, Microsoft products, Auto-CAD, Primavera and other software is strongly desired.

• Role: Recruiter
• Location: Vaasa, Finland (Hybrid Setup)
• Duration: 6 months (renewable)
• Start date: January/2025

• Identifying candidates for the ongoing open positions in Engineering and Utilities Projects.
• Position company’s value proposition to the prospective candidates to motivate them to apply for the open positions.
• Collaborate with the hiring managers to position sourced candidates and get the screening status.
• Arrange interviews between shortlisted candidates and technical interviewers.
• Negotiate the salaries with the candidates and close the salaries to be offered to the selected candidates.
• Track offered candidates and make sure onboarding happens as planned.

• 3+ years of recruiting experience in Engineering, Utilities.
• Preferably from any of the industries: Aerospace & Defense, Rail, Oil and Gas, Energy, Semicon.
• Worked in a demanding environment to hire talented professionals.
• Preferably worked in a global organization being part of the country recruiter.

• Apply project management techniques to lead, plan, schedule, and optimize resources for construction and other large-scale projects.
• Ensure high-quality project execution and effectively resolve schedule delays and conflicts.
• Lead, mentor, guide, and collaborate with individuals of diverse personalities and work styles to achieve successful outcomes.
• Ensure timely and effective resolution of schedule delays and conflicts.
• Develop, maintain, and closely monitor project budgets to ensure timely and expected completion of projects.
• Regularly monitor project progress and deliver comprehensive status reports.
• Exercise sound judgment in decision-making, manage risk, and ensure compliance with all policies, laws, and regulations.
• Develop and maintain long-range project strategies and plans.
• Interface regularly with stakeholders, project vendors, and management to ensure alignment and proper progress and focus.
• Prepare and deliver written and oral communications to senior management and other groups.
• Align project activities and ensure accurate reporting in adherence with grant guidelines.

• Experience with WSDOT NEVI (National EV Infrastructure) and ZEVIP (Zero Emissions Vehicle Infrastructure Program).
• Experience with site lease agreements
• Thorough knowledge and experience with state and federal grant compliance.
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Certified associate in project management (CAPM)