The Engineering Manager, Transmission is responsible for the leadership and day-to-day operations of the Transmission Engineering group, overseeing a team of technical designers, engineers, and supervisors engaged in the development of engineering designs, cost estimates, and technical deliverables for clients across Westwood's power line portfolio. This role carries accountability for the group's performance, quality standards, and regulatory compliance, while actively driving staff development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Reporting to the Director of Transmission Engineering, the Engineering Manager will direct resource planning and forecasting, evaluate staff performance, and collaborate cross-functionally with other practice groups and firm leadership. This role also serves as the acting Director of Transmission Engineering in the Director's absence, requiring a broad command of both operational and strategic responsibilities. The Engineering Manager will maintain strong client relationships while identifying opportunities to expand the firm's footprint with new and existing clients.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Direct the day-to-day operations of the Transmission Line design staff, ensuring the group operates in compliance with client procedures, design standards, state and federal regulatory requirements, and applicable safety codes.
• Manage resource balancing and staffing forecasting across clients and projects, collaborating with managers of other groups to address shared capacity and resource needs.
• Evaluate the performance and professional development of technical and supervisory staff, conducting meaningful reviews and proactively addressing development needs.
• Develop supervisory staff and principal engineers through mentoring, hands-on instruction, and structured growth opportunities.
• Lead initiatives to improve group efficiency, elevate product quality, and expand marketing and business development opportunities.
• Manage and provide guidance on professional communication with internal and external stakeholders at all project and organizational levels.
• Collaborate with the Director of Transmission Engineering to develop, evaluate, and implement policies and procedures that reflect current best engineering practices.
• Collaborate with other departments and divisions on company-wide initiatives and cross-functional priorities.
• Perform the responsibilities of the Director of Transmission Engineering in the Director's absence.
• Maintain trusted relationships with existing clients and proactively identify and pursue opportunities to grow the firm's presence with prospective clients.
• Travel to client sites and project locations as needed to support project work and sustain client relationships.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural or Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Active Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in power transmission design, including prior supervisory experience.
• Advanced knowledge of overhead and underground transmission facilities and their integration into utility operations and project delivery.
• Demonstrated experience leading an engineering team, with proficiency in resource management, task delegation, and team accountability.
• Proven ability to provide clear direction on project assignments across all levels of complexity and to manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Working knowledge of NESC, ASCE, and IEEE standards as applied to transmission line design.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with internal staff, leadership, and external clients and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a collaborative project team environment and model constructive cross-functional engagement.

Preferred Qualifications:

The following qualifications are preferred but not required for consideration:

• Advanced degree in engineering or a related field of study.
• Prior experience providing technical direction for a department or organization in power systems design.

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative “One Team” mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.

We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision.

We are partners in our clients’ success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.

We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.

Join us in creating a better world.

In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Westwood offers a full suite of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution; company-paid life and AD&D insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Employees are also eligible for a 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and paid medical and family leave benefits in accordance with applicable state law.