Transmission & Distribution Design Team Lead

ID

2026-22656

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Discipline/Focus

Power Delivery, Structural

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently — and we’re looking for a Transmission & Distribution Design Leader to join our Greenwood Village, Colorado (CO) office! The ideal candidate is someone who wants to build something meaningful in Colorado’s rapidly evolving power landscape.

This is an opportunity to:

• Support and help shape a growing T&D design practice in Colorado
• Lead in the development and standardization of power delivery design standards
• Mentoring Design Technicians, Engineers in Training (EITs or EIs)
• Partner directly with utilities, municipalities, and energy developers
• Contribute to building and mentor a high-performing team
• Influence recruiting, strategy, and client development
• Drive meaningful infrastructure that supports the energy transition

At Kimley-Horn, employees are empowered to operate like entrepreneurs — backed by the resources, reputation, and stability of a nationally recognized firm.

• Support a growing T&D design practice in Colorado by helping develop and standardize power delivery drafting and design standards

• Develop, review, and quality check technical drawings and plans of substantial complexity

• Implement and manage drafting, plan preparation, and drawing database maintenance standards

• Perform and review multifaceted calculations as needed to support design accuracy

• Operate with minimal day-to-day supervision while independently managing technical deliverables

• Apply knowledge of engineering and design principles to identify and suggest design improvements

• Supervise, mentor, and train CAD Design Technicians

• Coordinate workflow and project activities to maintain schedules and ensure quality control

• Develop familiarity with Kimley-Horn’s practices, procedures, and design standards

• 10+ years of design experience in any of the following: transmissions, distributions, or communication line design
• High school diploma or equivalent (associates degree preferred)
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency in Autodesk products and/or PLS CADD
• Understanding of the National Electrical Code, National Electrical Safety Code, IEEE, and ANSI Standards
• Ability to work in a team; both collaborating with and mentoring junior staff
• Strong work ethic, interpersonal communication/writing skills and desire to learn
• Detail oriented, professional attitude, good communication, team player, self-starter

• Ideal Qualifications

  • Understanding of the National Electric Safety Code (NESC), Rural Utility Service (RUS) Electrical Bulletins, ASCE-7, or California General Order 95, and other ASCE/IEEE/CIGRE standards
  • Ability to design structures using multiple materials
  • Proficiency using Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (AutoCAD)
  • Transmission Line Modeling (PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole) experience is a plus
  • Experience with lattice towers is a plus

Salary Range:

• $115,000 - $140,000
• Eligible for Performance Based Bonus Compensation

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.