Position Overview

The Engineering Senior Professional Engineer works under the direction of an Account Manager to deliver exceptional results on complex, large-sized client projects. This role has accountability for team mentorship, project planning, budgeting, resourcing, as well as meeting client specifications with acceptable quality. This role involves playing a crucial role in managing the fiscal and operational performance of regional crews and contributing to the strategic direction of the segment and company. This position leads and manages the performance of others, sets the cultural tone for multiple teams, and supports field managers with performance management needs. This is a mid-level leadership role, and individuals are expected to have a high degree of demonstrated leadership and technical competence. 

Job Duties

• Lead and manage regional crews, ensuring fiscal and operational performance.

• Champion leadership core competencies, serving as a role model for developing leaders.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously with excellent time management skills.

• Assist in the entitlement process, including conceptual and preliminary layouts.

• Contribute to the planning and design of utility projects.

• Prepare engineering plans that comply with regulatory agencies, such as NESC.

• Develop contract documents, project specifications, and cost estimates.

• Prepare as-built plans for final project approvals.

• Manage projects through local, county, state, and federal permitting processes.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior-level staff.

• Collaborate on new or improved techniques and procedures for complex projects.

• Interact with internal staff, reviewing agencies, and customers on project issues.

• Attend job-related meetings and effectively discuss engineering topics.

• Follow all company policies, procedures, and work rules.

• Consult with supervisors on unique or unusual problems and developments.

• Travels (up to 50%) for on-site job duty training, projects, or meetings.

Qualifications

• Proven problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Ability to make independent decisions based on sound engineering judgment.

• Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge to diverse assignments.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for internal and external interactions.

• Willingness to learn, take on new challenges, and be client-focused and team-oriented.

Required:

• Hold an active Professional Engineer (PE) license

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university.

Preferred: 

• 4-5 years of electric utility or telecommunications industry experience 

• 3-10 years of full-time professional engineering work experience 

• Advanced-level experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D

• CAD/Outside Plant Engineering design software knowledge, pole loading analysis software knowledge.

Additional Information

What We Offer [Benefits]:
We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience for employees at all levels.
• Group health plans* 
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance*
• Life insurance*
• Paid parental leave
• 401k with up to a 4% company match**
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan:  Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
• Holidays and paid time off*
• Payroll savings plan*
• Charitable matching gift program*
• Employee referral bonus program* 
• Employee Educational Scholarship*
• Davey Family Scholarship*
• 20% discount on all Davey services*
• Cell phone discounts*
• Vehicle purchase discount program*
• Plus, so much more!

* All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1.
** Union employees are not eligible for a 401k plan, but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by their local union.