• Responsible for physical design for utility scale substations for power delivery, solar, and wind applications. • Prepares reports, specifications and drawing packages.• Review and approves project submittals, RFIs and supports field activities during construction.• Provide professional and technical support to multiple Westwood projects.• Day-to-day support and input to internal and external Project Managers.

• Performs all aspects of design for high voltage (4kV – 230kV) and EHV (above 230kV) substation projects to include:
  • Development of
    • General Arrangements
    • Plan Views and Elevation Views
    • Grounding Plans
    • Cable Trough/Conduit Plans
    • Specifications for Major Primary Equipment (transformers, breakers, switches, etc.)
    • Documentation for Design Calculations
    • Bill of Materials
    • Construction Documentation (Sequence and RFP)
  • Studies
    • Grounding
    • Lightning
    • AC and DC calculations for Station Service and Battery System Sizing.
    • Bus Fault Stress Analysis
  • Technical Support
    • Procurement
    • Construction
  • Active Coordination
    • Ability to work seamlessly with Physical Designer to develop required drawings.
    • Ability to coordinate efforts with other various external and internal project team members, with familiarity in identifying when coordination is needed with certain design disciplines such as transmission line engineers, distribution line engineers, civil engineers, geotechnical engineers, and surveyors.
  • Other Expectations
    • Keenly focused on the production of high-quality work and supports continuous improvement efforts.
    • Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects.
    • Responsible for assisting with identifying key client interests and drivers and may determine the key clients in some instances.
    • Communicates client interests and drivers to project team members and develop approaches to accommodate these concerns in the performance of the work.
    • Serves as a technical specialist for system protection and communication and has knowledge and skillset to provide consultation and guidance to project teams.
    • Remove any impediments that are obstructing the engineering team from achieving its goals.
    • Works to advise Management about how to maximize ROI for the team.
    • Attending all client technical review meetings.

• Performs all aspects of design for high voltage (4kV – 230kV) and EHV (above 230kV) substation projects to include:
  • Development of
    • General Arrangements
    • Plan Views and Elevation Views
    • Grounding Plans
    • Cable Trough/Conduit Plans
    • Specifications for Major Primary Equipment (transformers, breakers, switches, etc.)
    • Documentation for Design Calculations
    • Bill of Materials
    • Construction Documentation (Sequence and RFP)
  • Studies
    • Grounding
    • Lightning
    • AC and DC calculations for Station Service and Battery System Sizing.
    • Bus Fault Stress Analysis
  • Technical Support
    • Procurement
    • Construction
  • Active Coordination
    • Ability to work seamlessly with Physical Designer to develop required drawings.
    • Ability to coordinate efforts with other various external and internal project team members, with familiarity in identifying when coordination is needed with certain design disciplines such as transmission line engineers, distribution line engineers, civil engineers, geotechnical engineers, and surveyors.
  • Other Expectations
    • Keenly focused on the production of high-quality work and supports continuous improvement efforts.
    • Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects.
    • Responsible for assisting with identifying key client interests and drivers and may determine the key clients in some instances.
    • Communicates client interests and drivers to project team members and develop approaches to accommodate these concerns in the performance of the work.
    • Serves as a technical specialist for system protection and communication and has knowledge and skillset to provide consultation and guidance to project teams.
    • Remove any impediments that are obstructing the engineering team from achieving its goals.
    • Works to advise Management about how to maximize ROI for the team.
    • Attending all client technical review meetings.

• Performs all aspects of design for high voltage (4kV – 230kV) and EHV (above 230kV) substation projects to include:-One-line diagrams-Three-line diagrams-Potential and current schematics-Control schematics-Alarm schematics-Communications schematics-Wiring Diagrams-Protection and control specifications -I/O mapping-Documentation for Design Calculations-Construction Documentation (Sequence and RFP)-Technical Support-Procurement and Construction Coordination-Ability to work seamlessly with a P&C Designer to develop the above-listed schematics as well as the associated wiring diagrams.-Ability to coordinate efforts with other external and internal project team members, with familiarity in identifying when coordination is needed with certain design disciplines such as transmission line engineers, distribution line engineers, telecom engineers, etc.

 

• Other Expectations-Leverages experience by mentoring and training lower-level professionals including top graduates entering the field of system protection.-Keenly focused on the production of high-quality work and supports continuous improvement efforts.-Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects.-Responsible for assisting with the identification of key client interests and drivers -Communicates client interests and drivers to project team members and develops approaches to accommodate these concerns in the performance of the work.-Serves as a technical specialist for system protection and communication and has knowledge and skillset to provide consultation and guidance to project teams.-Works to advise Management about how to maximize effectiveness and efficiency for the team.-Attending client technical review meetings.-Act as project technical lead and QA/QC lead, as needed.

• Performs all aspects of design for high voltage (4kV – 230kV) and EHV (above 230kV) substation projects to include:-One-line diagrams-Three-line diagrams-Potential and current schematics-Control schematics-Alarm schematics-Communications schematics-Wiring Diagrams-Protection and control specifications -I/O mapping-Documentation for Design Calculations-Construction Documentation (Sequence and RFP)-Technical Support-Procurement and Construction Coordination-Ability to work seamlessly with a P&C Designer to develop the above-listed schematics as well as the associated wiring diagrams.-Ability to coordinate efforts with other external and internal project team members, with familiarity in identifying when coordination is needed with certain design disciplines such as transmission line engineers, distribution line engineers, telecom engineers, etc.

 

• Other Expectations-Leverages experience by mentoring and training lower-level professionals including top graduates entering the field of system protection.-Keenly focused on the production of high-quality work and supports continuous improvement efforts.-Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects.-Responsible for assisting with the identification of key client interests and drivers -Communicates client interests and drivers to project team members and develops approaches to accommodate these concerns in the performance of the work.-Serves as a technical specialist for system protection and communication and has knowledge and skillset to provide consultation and guidance to project teams.-Works to advise Management about how to maximize effectiveness and efficiency for the team.-Attending client technical review meetings.-Act as project technical lead and QA/QC lead, as needed.

• Defines project tasks, schedule, and resource requirements.
• Manages project budget and analyzes project profitability, revenue, margins, billing rates and utilization.
• Measured on the overall profitability, engagement in the continual improvement process and formal knowledge transfer/lessons learned, engagement in the quality service/client feedback process including asking for feedback and following up on the feedback including documentation in the system, and the overall success of the project.
• Conduct team meetings with project team and evaluate and coordinate the project.
• Stay current on service-specific trends, technology, software, hardware, and equipment.
• Drive value based on innovation.
• Work with the survey service leader to establish, implement, monitor, and maintain procedures and quality standards for the survey group.
• Ensure that survey work products have a consistent appearance across the local land survey team and are delivered efficiently.
• Work with survey service leader and market leaders on staffing, utilization and workload as it relates to survey.
• Work with the division survey service leader, survey service leader, and market leader to grow Westwood’s local and national land survey presence with a focus on developing strategic pursuits of large survey projects such as due diligence portfolios, construction services or large-scale cadastral surveys.
• Support office and market-based business development by providing technical expertise and generating revenue.
• Build, maintain and grow a strong culture for survey that aligns with the division’s goals, objectives and strategies and Westwood’s core values.
• Ensures division, regional, and company, values, policies and practices are consistently followed within the survey service.
• Lead by example – display solid judgment, good values, trust, honesty, openness, and professionalism.

• Executes land development civil engineering projects efficiently (meets schedules and budgets)
• Supports land development civil teams to produce civil plan sets.
• Effectively manages internal support teams (survey, traffic, hydrology and hydraulics, etc.) – able to communicate/manage technical details as well as schedules and budgets.
• Implements QA/QC program and ensures compliance within project team.
• Works with City/County staff for approval of project plans.
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and allocate resources through differing project stages.
• Administers the construction services portions of projects including RFI response, site meetings with contractors, etc.
• Effectively leads up to five (5) assigned technical personnel including:
  • Assigns and oversees project assignments;
  • Reviews work for accuracy and completeness;
  • Trains staff in civil engeering design and CAD/Civil3D;
  • Recommends compensation adjustments and/or promotions.

The compensation for this position is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate's experience, skills, and qualification. Additionally, this is bonus-eligible position, offering further potential for financial recognition based on performance and company success. 

• Uses good time management methods and habits to meet schedule requirements.
• Uses developed organizational skills to deliver projects efficiently and thoroughly.
• Effectively uses current computer aided design and production software to maximize efficiency of project delivery.
• Takes proactive role to enhance the professional development of assigned personnel.
• Creates and maintains a positive environment and team approach for all assignments.
• Actively performs other tasks as assigned, or as individually identified, to benefit the overall company efficiency and work environment.
• Protects the well-being of the client and the company at all times.
• Effectively utilizes and implements the Company’s QA/QC Policy.
• Proficiently reviews project contracts and coordinates with the Principal in Charge for execution.
• Successfully manages and designs numerous civil engineering projects of medium to high complexity.
• Performs all project billing, collections and job cost analysis to maximize project profitability while maintaining quality of project deliverables.
• Begins to assume role in marketing of existing clients.
• Performs manpower projections and staffing management for multiple tasks or projects.
• Maintains multiple project deadline schedules for allocation of resources.
• Maintains effective communications with multiple design teams, other design consultants, Internal Survey Department (re: schedules, deliverables and billings) and other appropriate parties, both verbal and written.
• Serves as a technical expert in a defined area.
  • Assigns and oversees project assignments;
  • Reviews work for accuracy and completeness;
  • Promotes professional development;
  • Maintains job satisfaction and morale;
  • Assists with performance evaluations; and
  • Recommends compensation adjustments and/or promotions.

• Selects, recommends, performs, and directs procedures and preparation of preliminary and final design
• Assist in coordination with other in-house disciplines and sub-consultant services
• Prepares plan documents and supporting design calculations
• Demonstrates knowledge and application of engineering principles and completes fundamental calculations
• Able to delegate CAD assignments and determine methods and procedures
• Independently performs assignments on basic design elements
• Provides training and coordination with CAD Technicians and Engineering Interns
• Assist in meeting deadlines, budgets, and completing projects on schedule
• Prepare grading designs, plan, and profile of roadways and utilities
• Prepare complete civil construction documents/improvement plan sets
• Review and understand jurisdictional code requirements and implement in the design
• Prepare construction cost estimates/quantity takeoffs
• Perform Quality Assurance/Quality Control of work product
• Assist in the submittal of project document
• Assist in jurisdictional coordination, response to comments, and preparation of submittal documents
• Maintain open communication with Project Manager and design team

• Prepare/assist with monthly invoice and supporting information creation and distribute invoices to project managers for updates and approvals.
• ERP (VantagePoint) entry, tracking, and data management.
• Support project managers, subconsultants, and clients with billing questions and issues.
• Assist Project Managers with project and contract administration set-up.
• Complete, obtain signatures, and re-distribute lien waivers back to project managers and clients.
• Prepare/assist with monthly monitoring and follow up on outstanding A/R balances.
• Prepare/assist with month end reporting and statements.
• Other misc. administrative and operational functions as assigned.