Team Lead - Transmission

About the Position

The Team Lead - Transmission Engineer will manage teams of various sizes comprised of engineers, drafters, designers, and/or technicians. A Team Lead’s primary responsibility will be the accurate, timely, and quality completion of transmission engineering scopes assigned to the team. The Team Lead will assist in the development of the departments Standard Best Practices (SBPs) and enforcing / implementing them where pertinent. Team Leads will be a mentor and coach to employees on their team and help them continually develop as professionals.

This opportunity is available to both local / in-office (Lakewood, Colorado) and full-time remote candidates.

Essential Responsibilities

• Oversees project planning, scheduling, and coordination, for small to large scale projects assigned to the team
• Assigns work to and coordinates work with engineers, designers, or administrative staff
• Provides technical assistance and training for junior engineers
• Performs and manages the detailed design of overhead transmission lines and distribution lines
• Reviews the work of other engineers, designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy
• Manages and supports team member development and growth through individualized development plans.
• Produces and reviews full design packages including plan and profile drawings, pole assembly details, pole grounding/guying details, steel framing details, structure loading diagrams or structure design and fabrication details, foundation design and construction details, and supporting calculation packages
• Prepares a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including cost estimates, budget reports, proposals, and studies
• Supports business development, assists with marketing tasks, and prepares proposals as needed
• Assists with client contacts and communications pertaining to specific assignments and meetings
• Develops and maintain outstanding company-client relationships
• Maintains high ethical and professional standards
• Attends conferences, training workshops, seminars, regular undergraduate and graduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality of work
• Attends safety training and adhere to all safety rules and guidelines
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Must Have

• Experience: 5+ years of engineering or relevant field experience
• Education: BSCE or BSCET from an accredited institution, civil/structural or mechanical option preferred
• Licensure: FE or PE preferred
• A strong written and verbal command of the English language
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
• Expert with PLS-CADD with knowledge in optimum spotter and finite spotter a plus
• Proficient with AutoCAD

Nice to Have

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and other computer software
• Strong understanding of structural analysis; including steel, wood, and concrete design

Working Conditions

About NEI

Serving Others, Enriching Environment, Improving Continually, and Quality Results. Voted a top workplace by the Denver Post in 2020, 2021, and 2022, our values have been woven into the fabric of who NEI is since 1982, guiding our decision making throughout the years. As an engineering services firm, NEI’s mission is to create a great organization that serves people and solves problems.

Since NEI’s founding, we have developed a culture of collaboration and accountability, both across our teams and departments, and externally with our clients across the country. We believe in two core ideas: hiring great people and celebrating our team members with diverse backgrounds and unique experiences; bringing in new and unique perspectives that can only strength NEI as we chart our path into the future.

We are a proud equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.

Team Member Benefits

NEI firmly believes in taking care of its team members. We strive to foster a community of belonging, professional development, and industry involvement; providing our team with the tools and support systems to excel in their roles. Our comprehensive benefit package includes:

• 100% Employer paid Team Member premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• 401(k) with employer matching; 100% immediate vesting
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Company-paid Basic Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Eight (8) paid holidays & team member selected floating holiday
• Annual & discretionary bonus programs
• Paid certifications / seminars / conferences
• Career development, training, and coaching opportunities
• Hybrid work environment
• Pet insurance