Overhead Transmission Subject Matter Expert - Kiewit Power Delivery

Overhead Transmission Subject Matter Expert - Kiewit Power Delivery

Location: Lenexa, KS, US

The Overhead Transmission Subject Matter Expert will play a pivotal role in advancing Kiewit Power Delivery's transmission engineering capabilities. This individual will collaborate across regions to provide deep technical insight, drive strategic execution aligned with our business vision, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Core objectives include leading technical excellence, mentoring engineering teams, and optimizing project delivery for safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness. The ideal candidate will bring a strong transmission background, strategic thinking, and a "pleased but not satisfied" mindsetrelentlessly pursuing innovation and quality in every phase of project execution.

Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

Lead technical excellence across large, complex transmission projects and pursuits.

Collaborate with the Principal Transmission Engineer to set strategy, guide discipline initiatives and implement standards, templates, and tools.

Represent Kiewit in industry technical committees and share insights internally.

Conduct factory audits and witness testing with the Off-Site Supplier Quality (OSSQ) group.

Maintain strong industry relationships to expand Kiewit Engineering's reach.

Quality & Execution

Ensure high-quality deliverables through peer reviews and QA/QC processes.

Resolve major technical challenges decisively using industry standards and expertise.

Guide early project strategy for optimal design, procurement, and construction.

Champion cost-effective, high-quality execution through technical optimization.

Serve as Engineer of Record when needed.

Design Oversight

Stay current on emerging trends, equipment, and methodologies.

Provide forensic analysis and corrective action plans for quality issues.

Coordinate with the Temporary Structures & Construction Devices (TCSD) team.

Train and advise construction teams on engineering engagement and workflows.

Establish design criteria based on industry, company, and client standards.

Technical Review

Review transmission line models in PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER.

Evaluate drawings and specifications for tubular steel structures, lattice towers, and hardware.

Assess vendor calculations and drawings for compliance.

Oversee comprehensive construction packages including plan & profiles, staking sheets, stringing tables, BOMs, and installation specs.

Ensure drawing packages meet client and code requirements.

Development & Collaboration

Promote a culture of design excellence and continuous learning.

Advise on proper application of codes and standards.

Support contract compliance and technical deliverable accuracy.

Present technical findings, analyze reports, and draft documentation using Microsoft 365 tools.

Travel to construction sites, client offices, and supplier facilities as needed.

Participate in Technical Risk Assessments (TRA) and design validation for EPC pursuits.

Lead targeted training, onboarding, and career path development within the discipline.

Foster knowledge sharing and connectivity across regional teams.

Qualifications

To excel in this role, candidates should demonstrate a strong blend of technical expertise, industry experience, and leadership capabilities:

Education & Credentials

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Civil, Structural, or a related engineering field

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license (required)

Technical Expertise

10+ years of engineering experience in transmission projects

Proficiency in:

o PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, and PLS-TOWER

o MFAD and/or LPILE (both preferred)

Familiarity with U.S. and international design standards, including:

o NESC, ASCE, IEEE, RUS, GO-95, PJM, CSA, and others

Strong understanding of engineering and construction standards and processes

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.