Technical Lead - Power Distribution

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee’s have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us. 

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

As the Technical Lead for Power Distribution at KCI, you will oversee the successful execution of engineering projects, ensuring adherence to quality standards, timelines, and budgetary constraints. The Technical Lead plays a crucial role in driving project success and maintaining client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle. Critical functions include developing new client relationships, navigating the contract cycles of new clients, hiring and training employees on new client systems, and driving regional revenue growth. Other technical responsibilities of this position include providing consultation with clients and perspective clients to identify potential power distribution needs, performing system studies, and detailed engineering in the planning of power distribution projects.

Key Technical Skills Required:

• 10+ years of experience in electrical distribution design industry preferred.
• Experience leading a team of project managers and designers 
• Project Management experience required, with experience in managing and growing a design team.
• Experience in developing and managing project managers.
• Experience managing client expectations and developing business.
• Proposal preparation including scope, schedule and fee. Contract management and billing.
• Strong design knowledge in electrical distribution required. 
• Prepare written technical proposals, assemble teams to meet client criteria, and develop professional relationships.
• This position requires a demonstrated leader with a broad knowledge of the processes required to develop design packages utilizing utility design standards.
• Will be required to train and develop staff.
• Successful candidate should have local client contacts and the ability to bring in business.

The key responsibilities of this role include:

Client and Project Management:

• Develop business with new and existing clients.
• Manage client relationships.
• Establish project specific scope of services and fees for leadership and client approval.
• Plan, develop, coordinate and direct large projects or engineering programs.
• Supervise technical teams to produce instruments of design, calculations, plans and specifications.
• Conduct research in a variety of areas of scope and complexity related to power generation and power delivery systems.
• Ability and willingness to research and work in different geographies.
• Serve as a staff specialist, applying advanced theories and concepts.
• Assist or lead the development of proposals, negotiations, and presentations.
• Collaborate with internal departments for client relationship development.
• Manage work routines and assign job activities.
• Attend project team meetings.
• Provide task performance reports.
• Coordinate with other practices and sub-consultants.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance.
• Serve as task manager of select projects.

Training, Development, and Compliance:

• Mentor and train staff.
• Comply with all KCI policies and procedures.
• Ensure projects comply with ISO standards.
• Conduct employee performance appraisals, when applicable.
• Develop professional relationships through active participation in industry associations and community involvement.
• Identify and assist in attracting talent to KCI.

Financial Management and Reporting:

• Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting project scope.
• Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters.
• Assist with receivables management.
• Work with the Project Manager to actively manage project budgets.
• Achieve or exceed budgets individual utilization targets.

Project Execution and Technical Oversight:

• Conduct site visits and gather data as necessary.
• Prepare design calculations, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Review and approve shop drawings.
• Compare field data to base plan.
• Prepare preliminary concept designs.
• Read and interpret technical documents.

* Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. 

Qualifications

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s of Science Degree in engineering
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring engineering projects.
• Proven experience in project management roles, with a track record of successful project delivery.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to construction management, quality assurance, and safety protocols.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Education and/or Work Experience Preferred:

• Master’s Degree in engineering or MBA

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Required:

• Licensed Prfessional Engineer (P.E.)

Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.