Transmission Line Technical Specialist 3

GAI is seeking a Technical Specialist 3 (transmission line) to join our Power Delivery team. Required skills include transmission line design experience, critical thinking, problem solving, organization, team-focus, and eagerness to apply learned engineering principles to solve real life problems. The right candidate will be able to work from one of the following locations: Chicago, IL; Fort Wayne, IN; Jackson, MI; Overland Park, KS; Orlando, FL; Palm Beach Gardens, FL; Pittsburgh, PA; Tampa, FL. Additionally, the right candidate could have the ability to work remote or from a hybrid schedule. The successful candidate will be eligible for a GAI sign-on bonus.

As a GAI technical specialist 3, this position is responsible assisting a team of engineers and project managers with transmission line designs. This individual should be technically focused and a strong leader with developed technical, communication, and computer skills.

Job Responsibilities:

• Complete day-to-day project tasks as required for successful project delivery. Tasks may include:
  
  
  
  • Preparation of Specification Packages
  • Preparation of Structural and Fabrication Drawings
  • Design and Analysis of Transmission Lines using PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-Tower
  • Design and Analysis of foundations.
  • Analysis of existing and proposed structures with regard to Client and Other required codes, standards, and specifications.
  • Performance of Electrical Clearance checks and calculations.
  • Coordination and development of permits for Railroads, Roadways, and Environmental Crossings.
  
  
  
  
• Apply engineering principles to assist in the design of Power Delivery Projects.
• Must demonstrate attention to detail.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Perform complex tasks typically following established processes.

General Characteristics

• Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
• Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Acquires general knowledge of principles and practices of related fields, and ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
• Applies leadership and teamwork skills to effectively plan, execute, and manage scopes, schedules, and budgets to meet project stakeholder needs.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 4+ Years of related experience is required.

Education

• Bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited college or university in engineering, preferably civil engineering, is required.

Certification/Licensure

• Driver's License

Technical Responsibilities

• Supports design of a complete project, system, component, or process.
• Occasionally prepares complete plans, specifications, and other project documents.
• Supports designs and conducts analyses and interprets test data.

Project and Task Management

• Assigns tasks to and directs other technical and nontechnical staff.
• Occasionally plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work.
• Occasionally prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
• Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects.

Management Responsibility

• Receives general direction on key objectives. Receives guidance, when necessary, on unconventional/complex problems, direction on modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria.
• Assists with mentored experience to direct reports and junior staff through providing guidance, explaining professional responsibilities, and reviewing work products.
• Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments.

Communication Skills

• Communicates effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences.

Why GAI?

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that's committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

GAI Consultants, Inc. is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion through fostering a workforce that represents different communities, cultures, and viewpoints. We will continue to build mutual trust and respect where employees are empowered to share their diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

• Competitive salary -GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
• New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
• 401k company match