Short Description
Bowman has an opportunity for an Engineer II, Transmission & Distribution to join our team remotely in the US.
At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That's why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.
Purpose
Perform advanced engineering, design, and analysis of overhead electrical transmission and distribution (T&D) systems. Lead portions of projects, mentor junior engineers, and support clients through the full lifecycle of T&D projects-from conceptual design through construction. Ensure technically sound solutions, high-quality deliverables, and adherence to industry standards and utility requirements.
Responsibilities
Leadership and Direction
- Receive general direction on key project objectives and expected outcomes.
- Execute design activities with increasing independence, relying on senior technical staff primarily for guidance on complex or unfamiliar tasks.
- Provide leadership and technical mentorship to junior engineers and drafters.
- Lead small project teams and coordinate task assignments to meet project schedules and deliverables.
At the Operational and Company Level
- Support business operations by promoting quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement in project workflows.
- Assist with internal knowledge sharing, engineering standards development, and process enhancements.
- Contribute to a collaborative, solutions-oriented team environment by actively engaging across disciplines.
Do the Work
- Design and analyze overhead transmission and distribution lines using PLS-CADD for various voltage classes, pole types, and structures.
- Perform engineering and design tasks including route selection, structural and foundation design, material selection/acquisition, line modeling, sag/tension calculations, and plan/profile development.
- Prepare engineering drawings, bill of materials, technical specifications, and calculation packages.
- Conduct field reviews to gather data, validate conditions, and support engineering decisions.
- Coordinate design execution with project managers, senior engineers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure adherence to scope, quality, and schedule.
- Provide technical support during project execution, assisting in troubleshooting and resolving design challenges.
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards such as NESC, utility specifications, and GO95 (as applicable).
- Support construction-phase activities as needed, including responding to RFIs and providing clarifications.
- Communicate directly with clients and project stakeholders to provide updates, address technical questions, and support project success.
- Deliver high-quality, well-documented work that aligns with client expectations and industry best practices.
- Build positive working relationships through responsiveness, technical accuracy, and dependable project support.
Success Metrics and Competencies
- Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
- Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
- Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
- Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
- Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
- Strong marketing/business development skills and mindset.
- Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
- Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.
- Commitment to driving profitability and growth.
- Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field from an ABET-accredited institution required.
- Four or more (4+) years of relevant industry experience.
- Strong proficiency in PLS-CADD required; experience with structure modeling and advanced line analysis strongly preferred.
- EIT certification required. Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, or ability to obtain within one year.
- Demonstrated experience supporting or leading utility T&D projects from conceptual design through construction support.
- Working knowledge of NESC requirements and T&D design principles; familiarity with GO95 is a plus.
- Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
About Bowman
Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We're committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.
A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.
Salary and eligible variable compensation (if any) commensurate with experience. Range $85,000 - $114,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
- Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts
Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.
Physical Demands and Working Environment
- Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and
- Mobility around an office environment.
- Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing
- cabinets and fax machines.
- Occasional outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures,
- excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
- Occasional mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or
- kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Occasional local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be
- required according to the needs of the business.
- Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
- Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
- Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.
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Job Description Disclaimer
Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.
Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.
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If you have any questions about the application process, please email recruiting@bowman.com.