Lead Transmission Engineer

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Lead Transmission Engineer to join our team at K&A Engineering in Orange, Connecticut. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You'll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated. Role Expectations: • Conductor Selection • Structure recommendations • Insulation, A/C interference, static wire, grounding studies • Line Design: Plans and Profiles, Cross section details • LiDAR and aerial photo data • Utilization of wetlands, vernal pool and sensitive resource data in line and structure design and placement • Detailed estimate and probability modeling • Other studies as required to complete the projects • Lead overall transmission line design for all capital projects • Review/Design transmission line plan and profile drawings using PLSCAD to ensure compliance with the client's TM standards and NESC/other standards • Drive the project plan for transmission line routing and strategy, specifically: - Decide whether to rebuild existing lines or obtain additional right of way based on area congestion and local politics/permitting issues - Determine required structure designs based on design constraints - Determine routing in and around into congested stations to optimize design/reliability and minimize the number of crossings What we're looking for: • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program. • 10+ years of electrical engineering experience within substation or transmission. • Perform engineering responsibilities without assistance and minimal supervision. • Must have strong experience working on EPC Projects or Megal Projects. • Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures • Provide guidance and mentoring to less experienced team members. • Regularly meet and correspond with clients or outside personnel. • Support business development and marketing initiatives. • Strong attention to detail, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving • PE license highly preferred • In Office- Must be local to Connecticut Pay Range: $115,000-$120,000/annually Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to: • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance • FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account • 401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match) • Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) • Paid Parental Leave • Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO • Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance • Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance • EAP (Employee Assistance Program) • Relocation Assistance The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.