Supervisor, Transmission Lines

Job Summary: Reporting to the Manager, T&S Engineering, this position is responsible for the leadership and development of a Transmission Engineering team in order to meet strategic deliverables and project targets.

Job Description:

Responsible for engineering practices in the group and manages escalated engineering issues.

Initiates process improvements, changes to standards, or recommendations in the field as required.

Monitors consolidated business metrics to ensure targets are met and identify trends, issues.

Ensures competency of staff by ensuring there is professional responsibility for all Engineering work.

Optimizes the use of resources across the group and liaisons with the other Supervising Engineers to ensure operational and strategic targets can be met.

Provides leadership and direction for new initiatives within the group.

Develops and manages the strategic application of human resources within the Engineering Groups.

Supervises the Engineers in the group, and is actively involved in performance management plans, coaching, and succession planning.

Works with Engineers to ensure all employees have career development plans, goals are being met, and that all strategic areas within the group are fully integrated.

Provides visible leadership to ensure compliance with the corporate policies and best practices related to Health, Safety and Environment.

Managing and maintaining relationships with Supervising Engineers in the field, Regional Managers and with peers within and external to LUMA Electric.

Supports long-range financial planning within the groups considering customer, community and employee growth expectations.

Proven leadership skills & ability to nurture/coach professionals & field employees.

Strong technical knowledge in power flow, line design, associated Electrical & Utility codes, constructability, and equipment applications.

Strong business knowledge in the utility & regulated environment.

Working knowledge of our Operations groups & the challenges they face day to day.

Proven ability to manage and resolve conflict.

Strong interpersonal and relationship development skills.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Follows all policies and procedures.

Other duties as assigned.

Perform major storm restoration work and associated drills as assigned.

Additional Job Description:

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering Preferred: Degree in Electrical Engineering

Experience

Minimum eight (8) years of experience in a Utility Environment. Proven experience applying sound judgment to make decisions. Preferred: Previous experience working in Transmission

License/Certifications

Engineering License or Trainee Engineer’s Certificate issued by the Puerto Rico Examining Board for Engineers, Architects, Surveyors and Landscape Architects. Preferred: Be a member of the Puerto Rico Association of Engineers and Surveyors

Travel Requirements

Travels: Yes Percent of time: 30% Overnight required: Yes

Physical Demands

- Stationary Position - Frequently - Pushing/Pulling/Reaching - Seldom - Climb - Seldom - Kneel - Seldom - Grab - Seldom - Bend - Seldom - Lift/carry over - 31- 50 LBS - Vision - Vision acuity to operate vehicle - Hearing - Receive detailed information if spoken to

Working Conditions

- Wet or Humid - Seldom - Working near or on moving mechanical parts - Seldom - Working near or on heavy machinery - Seldom - Working in high places - Seldom - Exposed to fumes or airborne particles - Seldom - Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals - Seldom - Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions - Seldom - Work with Electricity - Frequently - Work with explosives - N/A - Work on or near a source of radiation - N/A - Loud noise conditions (above 87dB)- Seldom

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