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GAI Consultants Inc. lists this Engineering Team Lead (Engineer 2) opportunity in homestead, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description
GAI is seeking an Engineering Team Lead (Engineer 2 Transmission Line) to join our Power Delivery team working remotely based in Homestead, PA. Required skills include transmission line design experience, critical thinking, problem solving, organization, team-focus with the ability to supervise & mentor junior staff, and eagerness to apply learned engineering principles to solve real life problems. We value work-life balance and offer flexibility - this position can be performed in a hybrid or fully remote capacity.
The Engineering Team Lead (Engineer 2 Transmission Line) is responsible for technical leadership and the successful delivery of transmission line designs while maintaining the scope, schedule, budget, and quality of projects within GAI's Transmission & Distribution Division. This individual should be technically focused and a strong leader with developed technical, communication, and computer skills.
Competency
Knowledge of electric utility transmission line engineering and design.
Job Responsibilities:
Complete day-to-day project tasks as required for successful project delivery. Tasks may include:
Preparation of Specification Packages
Preparation of Structural and Fabrication Drawings
Design and Analysis of Transmission Lines using PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-Tower is a bonus
Design and Analysis of foundations.
Analysis of existing and proposed structures with regard to Client and Other required codes, standards, and specifications.
Performance of Electrical Clearance checks and calculations.
Apply engineering principles to assist in the design of Power Delivery Projects.
Must demonstrate attention to detail.
Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Perform complex tasks typically following established processes.
Implements effective engineering methods, provides technical guidance, and acts as a resource for engineers and designers.
Directly manages projects with no limit to the number or value of individual projects managed.
Education and Training:
Bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited college or university in engineering is required. Preferred a degree in Civil, or Electrical engineering.
PE License required
Comprehensive knowledge of transmission line design concepts and principles.
Demonstrated track record of external customer engagements and building and maintaining successful client relationships.
6+ years of experience in transmission line design.
Required experience with PLS suite (PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE).
Preferred experience with PLS-TOWER and FAD Tools.
Physical Requirements
Ability to work indoors in professional office settings.
Ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer-based tasks.
Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling office equipment.
Visual acuity to read printed materials, digital screens, detailed documents, and perform detailed work.
Occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching within the office environment. Ability to move between workstations and attend in-person meetings.
Ability to lift and carry office materials or equipment weighing up to 10-20 pounds, with or without assistance.
Adequate hearing to participate in conversations, phone calls, and virtual meetings.
Ability to travel for meetings, training, or business purposes.
Travel:
10%
General Characteristics
Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
Leads tasks and projects of moderately complex scopes.
Develops plans, specifications, and other project documents.
Selects appropriate principles of engineering economics, and probability and statistics to analyze risk in a complex engineering problem.
Minimum Years of Experience
6+ Years of Experience
Education
B.S. or M.S. Engineering
Certification/Licensure
Professional Engineer (P.E.) License
Technical Responsibilities
Designs a complete project, system, component, or process.
Prepares complete plans, specifications, and other project documents.
Begins to develop and reviews complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance.
Management Responsibility
Receives general direction on key objectives. Receives guidance on unconventional/complex problems, direction on modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria.
Mentors junior staff by providing guidance, explaining professional responsibilities, and reviewing work products.
Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments.
Communication Skills
Communicates effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
Why GAI?
GAI offers skilled professionals like you an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore anarray of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy work location and scheduling flexibility; your choice of comprehensive, personalized benefits; a range of employee wellness programs and discounts; and more. Feel good about being part of a collaborative teamthat'scommitted to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.
Benefits To Working at GAI Include:
Competitive Pay & Recognition
Marketbased, competitive compensation
Performancedriven recognition and development bonuses
Comprehensive Health & Wellness
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Companypaid short-term and long-term disability
Companypaid life insurance
Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
Meaningful Work-Life Balance
Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
Anadditionalfloating holiday-use it for what matters to you
Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
Growth, Learning & Financial Security
401(k) with company match
Tuition reimbursement
Support and rewards for professional development and certifications
Qualifications
Education
Bachelors of Engineering (required)
Experience
PLS Suite (required)
5 - 6 years: Transmission Line Design (required)
Licenses & Certifications
EIT (required)
Professional Engineer (required)
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