Overview
On Site
USD 120,000.00 - 215,000.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
IT Service Management
Energy
Program Management
EPC
Testing
STE
Technical Analysis
Supervision
Electrical Engineering
GRID
Transformer
Circuit Analysis
AutoCAD
MicroStation
Computer Aided Design (CAD)
STAAD
RISA
3D Computer Graphics
NEC
nesC
IBC
Project Implementation
Project Scoping
Collaboration
Presentations
Document Management
Quality Assurance
Quality Control
Departmental Management
Scheduling
Regulatory Compliance
Mentorship
Innovation
Process Improvement
Pricing
Employee Engagement
Business Development
Proposal Writing
Budget
Finance
Forecasting
Professional Development
Knowledge Sharing
Civil Engineering
Management
Access Control
Project Management
Communication
Leadership
Analytical Skill
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Continuous Improvement
System Integration Testing
Training
Law
PPO
FSA
Life Insurance
Insurance
SAP BASIS
Job Details
Dashiell is a leading national provider of technical services to the electric utility, power generation, industrial, renewable, and energy industries. Our offerings include planning and systems studies, design and engineering, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC projects. With over 65 years of experience managing large-scale, complex projects, Dashiell is a turnkey engineering, construction, and testing company specializing in medium- and high-voltage electrical infrastructure. More information about Dashiell can be found at ;br>
Job Title: Supervising Transmission Line Engineer
Job Location: 720 East Butterfield Road STE 200, Lombard, IL 60148
Primary Function:
Engineering professionals at Dashiell are responsible for the planning, design, and execution of high-voltage electrical infrastructure projects, including substations, transmission lines, and civil/structural systems. Depending on role and experience level, duties range from detailed design and technical analysis to project management, team supervision, and departmental leadership.
Duties & Responsibilities
Employee may be called upon to perform any or all of the following functions:
Technical and Design
Develop, review, and track civil, structural, and electrical design documents for substation and transmission projects.
Create engineered plans and specifications.
Perform and verify engineering calculations including:
o Ground grid design and relay coordination
o Transformer sizing, load flow, and short circuit analysis
o Grading, drainage, and foundation design
o Structural loading, wind, and seismic analysis
Apply engineering application software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, PLS-CADD, STAAD Pro, RISA 3D, or equivalent.
Ensure design compliance with all applicable standards (NEC, NESC, IEEE, ANSI, AISC, ACI, ASCE, IBC, ASTM).
Project Execution
Manage project scope, schedule, and budget to meet quality and profitability objectives.
Lead multidisciplinary teams including engineers, designers, and drafters.
Serve as primary technical contact for clients and vendors.
Prepare and coordinate project schedules, budgets, and reports.
Participate in site visits, coordination meetings, and customer presentations.
Ensure proper document control and adherence to Dashiell's QA/QC procedures.
Leadership and Departmental Management
Assign resources and manage workload across engineering teams.
Monitor team performance and resolve resource or scheduling conflicts.
Ensure compliance with engineering standards and company procedures.
Mentor and develop staff through feedback, training, and performance evaluations.
Champion innovation, process improvement, and standardization of work practices.
Support proposal development and pricing efforts, ensuring technical accuracy and competitiveness.
Strategic and Senior-Level Functions
Lead department initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and employee engagement.
Support business development by participating in client meetings and proposal efforts.
Oversee budgets, financial performance, and departmental forecasting.
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships across departments.
Promote professional development, knowledge sharing, and training programs.
Minimum Qualifications / Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university. Must be a licensed professional engineer with over 15 years experience in the industry. If registered in a state other than where the engineer will practice, the employee must be able to obtain a license within one year of date of hire. Extensive knowledge and demonstrated experience in both substation engineering and design, along with the ability to oversee multiple projects, are required.
Skills:
Extensive knowledge of high-voltage (138kV and above) systems, substation equipment, and transmission components.
Strong understanding of AC/DC fundamentals, three-phase systems, and power flow.
Proficiency with engineering and project management software.
Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership abilities.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lead multiple projects and teams concurrently.
Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Physical Requirements:
Minimal physical effort; primarily office based.
Must be able to sit and work on a computer for prolonged periods (8+ hours/day).
Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds).
Occasional travel for meetings, training, or site visits (~10%).
May require use of PPE and steel-toed boots for site visits.
Extended hours, including weekends, may be periodically required.
Reasonable accommodations available per company policy.
Compensation/Benefits
Compensation
$120,000 - $215,000 yearly
The compensation range for this position is compliant with all local and state regulations and is based on several factors such as work experience, education, qualifications, and internal and external market factors. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.
Benefits
As a valued employee you will be eligible to participate in our full benefits program, including, but not limited to:
PPO and HDHP medical options with FSA or HSA
Dental and vision insurance
Supplemental life, short-term disability, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
Life insurance, AD&D, long-term disability, and employee assistance plan (no cost to employee)
401(k) plan with immediate vesting
Employee Assistance Program
Additional benefits and wellness programs
Equal Employment Opportunity
Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
Dashiell Corporation provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. The Company provides life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long term disability insurance, and an employee assistance plan at no cost to the employee. Benefit offerings also include a choice of traditional PPO or one of two HDHPs, with corresponding FSA or HSA, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, a 401(k) with immediate vesting, and more!
Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. No third-party recruiters, please.
Job Title: Supervising Transmission Line Engineer
Job Location: 720 East Butterfield Road STE 200, Lombard, IL 60148
Primary Function:
Engineering professionals at Dashiell are responsible for the planning, design, and execution of high-voltage electrical infrastructure projects, including substations, transmission lines, and civil/structural systems. Depending on role and experience level, duties range from detailed design and technical analysis to project management, team supervision, and departmental leadership.
Duties & Responsibilities
Employee may be called upon to perform any or all of the following functions:
Technical and Design
Develop, review, and track civil, structural, and electrical design documents for substation and transmission projects.
Create engineered plans and specifications.
Perform and verify engineering calculations including:
o Ground grid design and relay coordination
o Transformer sizing, load flow, and short circuit analysis
o Grading, drainage, and foundation design
o Structural loading, wind, and seismic analysis
Apply engineering application software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, PLS-CADD, STAAD Pro, RISA 3D, or equivalent.
Ensure design compliance with all applicable standards (NEC, NESC, IEEE, ANSI, AISC, ACI, ASCE, IBC, ASTM).
Project Execution
Manage project scope, schedule, and budget to meet quality and profitability objectives.
Lead multidisciplinary teams including engineers, designers, and drafters.
Serve as primary technical contact for clients and vendors.
Prepare and coordinate project schedules, budgets, and reports.
Participate in site visits, coordination meetings, and customer presentations.
Ensure proper document control and adherence to Dashiell's QA/QC procedures.
Leadership and Departmental Management
Assign resources and manage workload across engineering teams.
Monitor team performance and resolve resource or scheduling conflicts.
Ensure compliance with engineering standards and company procedures.
Mentor and develop staff through feedback, training, and performance evaluations.
Champion innovation, process improvement, and standardization of work practices.
Support proposal development and pricing efforts, ensuring technical accuracy and competitiveness.
Strategic and Senior-Level Functions
Lead department initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and employee engagement.
Support business development by participating in client meetings and proposal efforts.
Oversee budgets, financial performance, and departmental forecasting.
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships across departments.
Promote professional development, knowledge sharing, and training programs.
Minimum Qualifications / Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university. Must be a licensed professional engineer with over 15 years experience in the industry. If registered in a state other than where the engineer will practice, the employee must be able to obtain a license within one year of date of hire. Extensive knowledge and demonstrated experience in both substation engineering and design, along with the ability to oversee multiple projects, are required.
Skills:
Extensive knowledge of high-voltage (138kV and above) systems, substation equipment, and transmission components.
Strong understanding of AC/DC fundamentals, three-phase systems, and power flow.
Proficiency with engineering and project management software.
Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership abilities.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lead multiple projects and teams concurrently.
Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Physical Requirements:
Minimal physical effort; primarily office based.
Must be able to sit and work on a computer for prolonged periods (8+ hours/day).
Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds).
Occasional travel for meetings, training, or site visits (~10%).
May require use of PPE and steel-toed boots for site visits.
Extended hours, including weekends, may be periodically required.
Reasonable accommodations available per company policy.
Compensation/Benefits
Compensation
$120,000 - $215,000 yearly
The compensation range for this position is compliant with all local and state regulations and is based on several factors such as work experience, education, qualifications, and internal and external market factors. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.
Benefits
As a valued employee you will be eligible to participate in our full benefits program, including, but not limited to:
PPO and HDHP medical options with FSA or HSA
Dental and vision insurance
Supplemental life, short-term disability, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
Life insurance, AD&D, long-term disability, and employee assistance plan (no cost to employee)
401(k) plan with immediate vesting
Employee Assistance Program
Additional benefits and wellness programs
Equal Employment Opportunity
Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
Dashiell Corporation provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. The Company provides life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long term disability insurance, and an employee assistance plan at no cost to the employee. Benefit offerings also include a choice of traditional PPO or one of two HDHPs, with corresponding FSA or HSA, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, a 401(k) with immediate vesting, and more!
Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. No third-party recruiters, please.
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