• Oversee all engineering responsibilities and activities • Delegates engineering responsibilities and activities within their team • Leads the design and checking processes • Manages the day-to-day activities of schedule and design • Directly trains and directs EEs and EETs under their charge • Maintains design standards and training guidelines • Coordinates and problem solves issues between design teams and departments • Answers technical questions posed by construction managers, field staff, project managers, customers and their representatives. • Recognizes and recommends methods to improve every customer’s experience. • Travels periodically to both customer offices for project meetings and to job sites for construction visits. • Performs bi-yearly evaluations on all employees reporting to them

• Lead design initiatives that align with the company's strategic direction and goals. • Drive the development and implementation of processes, equipment, and standards for data center projects. • Set strategic direction for electrical design and oversee the execution of complex engineering projects from concept through commissioning. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including construction, operations, sales, and leadership, to achieve project goals and foster organizational success. • Coach less experienced professionals, sharing expertise and promoting best practices. • Participate in all phases of project execution, including conceptual design, basis of design, scope of work, development of construction documents, and commissioning. • Provide project leadership for electrical design consultants and contractors, ensuring that tasks and milestones are completed on time and within budget. • Attend project design team meetings and on-site job walks, as needed, to ensure that the constructed product meets engineering standards and specifications. • Conduct value engineering analyses and provide system recommendations based on return on investment (ROI) and internal rate of return (IRR) analysis. • Responsible for the review of technical drawings, such as schematic drawings, design and construction documents, main submittals, sequence of operations, and commissioning scripts. • Support Site Operations by troubleshooting and tuning existing systems to optimize performance. • Review technical drawings, design documents, and commissioning scripts, ensuring compliance with standards and customer requirements. • Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure products delivered to Operations are streamlined and optimized to meet the needs of the business across all functions. • Work closely with Operations to balance cost-effective solutions with long-term operational sustainability. • Engage in continuous professional development through training, participation in professional societies, associations, and continuing education.

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description GFT is seeking an experienced Senior Substation Physical Designer to join our expanding Power Team. This position is either remote or a hybrid position in either our Charlotte, NC or Roanoke, VA, offices. Joining the power team at GFT means engaging in cutting-edge projects that drive the future of energy infrastructure. Our team excels in providing solutions for power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy, utilizing advanced technologies and creative problem-solving to meet today’s diverse energy needs. Be part of a dynamic group dedicated to enhancing system reliability, sustainability, and efficiency while shaping the energy landscape for a resilient and sustainable future. What you'll be challenged to do: - Responsible for the physical design of high voltage substation projects up to 765kV. - Generate designs and detailed engineering deliverables working under the supervision of lead engineer and project manager. - Utilize standard CAD tools to create 2D and 3D drawings. - Perform quality reviews of projects completed by peers. - Design and execution of high-voltage substations projects in the 4kV – 765kV range with an emphasis on project safety, cost, quality and reliability. - Develop physical aspects of the engineering design such as general arrangement, foundation, cable, & grounding plans, electrical assemblies, control house drawings, and all additional below and above grade drawings as required by the scope of work. - Complete basic engineering calculations related to design/engineering deliverables. - Compile complete list of above and below grade materials for substation projects, and quote/order materials as necessary per contractual agreements with customers. - Follow specific instructions of supervisor or engineers to perform the more complex design assignments requiring application of standard design principles and practices. - Investigate new and existing substation technical drawings and conditions to ensure that installation and operations conform to industry standards and customer requirements. - Travel to job sites for project assessment and data gathering as needed. - Communicate and interact with clients. Qualifications - 5+ years of relevant substation or general electrical T&D designing experience. - Expertise in the use of computer-aided drafting tools such as AutoCAD or MicroStation. - Thorough knowledge of the following codes: - National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) - National Electrical Code (NEC) - Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) - American National Standards Institute (ANSI) - Design Guide for Rural Substations. - Knowledge of substation structures and equipment including connectors, insulators, switches, and all types of conductors and how they interconnect. - Knowledge of substation phase spacing and electrical clearance requirements for live conductors, switch components, and bus supports. - Ability to apply project schedules to complete tasks in a timely manner and within project budget. - Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. - Ability to train and mentor less experienced designers/drafters. - Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.). Requirements - Compensation: The salary range for this role is $75,000 - $108,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location. Benefits - Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment. - Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. - Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan. - Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual. - Tuition reimbursement for continued education. - Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations. - Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description This position will offer you the ability to apply and expand your knowledge of transmission line engineering including, conductors, hardware, insulation, structures, foundations and electrical principles to: - Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 500kV range. - Responsibility for cost analyses, development of design criteria, routing and siting of transmission lines. - Responsibility for conductor selection studies, shielding, grounding and induction studies. - Work with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components. - Direct a small project team. The position will also offer you the opportunity to: - Work with experienced engineers and mentor less experienced staff. - Work with a diverse client base and interact with the client and other project teams. - Occasional travel for site visits and client meetings. - Develop proposals and cost estimates for new work. Qualifications - This position requires a degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program. - Proficiency with PLS-CADD software to able to review transmission line models. - 7 or more years of experience as a member of a project team in observing project schedules and budget constraints on diverse transmission assignments that have included the following: - Transmission line design incorporating code requirements. - Cost estimate development. - Schedule creation and coordination. - The preparation of specifications for procurement of transmission line materials and construction. - Liaising with construction and installation. - Knowledge to verify/review right of way requirements, conductor sags/tensions, transmission line plan and profile drawings and construction documents. - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models. - Experience in writing and providing support documentation for engineering calculations. - Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318. - Proficiency with MS Office applications. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Attention to detail. Requirements - Valued but not required skills and experience: - Have a current PE license or the ability to acquire one within one year. - Experience in developing engineering proposals and cost estimates. - Experience with scheduling. - Proficiency with any of the following programs: PLS-TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD, ArcGIS, CDEGS, AutoCAD, MicroStation. Benefits - Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision - Life & Accident Insurance - Disability Coverage - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Back-Up Daycare - FSA & HSA - 401(k) - Pre-Tax Commuter Account - Merit Scholarship Program - Employee Discount Program - Corporate Charitable Giving Program - Tuition Assistance - First Professional Licensure Bonus - Employee Referral Bonus - Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST) - Paid Vacation - Paid Holidays - Paid Parental Leave - Paid Bereavement Leave - Flexible Work Arrangements Compensation Range $95,840.00 - $147,870.00 Transparency Statement Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus. Awards & Recognition Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.