Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Electrical Lead I or II (Utilities Engineering / Survey Tech) with extensive hands-on experience in heavy electrical systems, utility infrastructure, power lines, and field surveying. In this role, you will assess terrain to establish passable, routable paths for power lines in compliance with Right-of-Way (ROW) and New Mexico Bureau of Land Management (BLM) regulations. You will also locate and verify project assets in the field, inspect installations for accuracy, and coordinate directly with utility providers on line crossings and related field operations.
Responsibilities
- Plan routes and conduct field activities in alignment with Right-of-Way (ROW) laws and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) regulations in New Mexico, ensuring all line placements and access paths remain within permitted boundaries.
- Track down specific items in the field—such as utility poles or electrical equipment slated for installation—and verify their staging, status, and exact placement.
- Conduct field surveys and evaluate ground conditions to identify passable, routable terrain and determine optimal paths for overhead and underground power lines.
- Inspect utility and power line infrastructure to identify, locate, and document any equipment or poles installed incorrectly or outside of engineering specifications.
- Interface with utility providers as needed to coordinate line crossings, technical clearances, and related field logistics.
- Prepare accurate field notes, routing recommendations, and asset/inspection reports to bridge field operations with engineering design teams.
Qualifications
- A strong background in Power Engineering or Electrical Engineering (Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Power Engineering or equivalent technical engineering experience).
- 3–5 years of heavy, hands-on experience in electrical systems and utility infrastructure, working directly with power lines and field surveying.
- Working knowledge of Right-of-Way (ROW) laws and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) regulations and permitting requirements in New Mexico.
- Proven ability to read landscapes and assess field conditions to determine what terrain is safely passable, accessible, and routable for power line construction and maintenance.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to locate, audit, and track field materials, poles, and electrical components across active sites.
- rior experience in the Oil & Gas (O&G) or Power/Utility sectors is required.
- Professional licensure (PE/EIT) or survey certification is not required, though relevant credentials are preferred.
- Ability to work outdoors in varied, rugged terrain and weather conditions while adhering strictly to site safety protocols.
- Must meet all condition job offer requirements.
