Lead - Transmission and Distribution (T&D), North America
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GHD is committed to addressing the world's biggest challenges in energy, water, and communities.
About Us
We are a global network of multi‑disciplinary professionals providing integrated solutions through engineering, environmental, design and construction expertise.
Our future‑focused, innovative approaches connect and support communities worldwide, building resiliency and sustainability for generations to come.
Established in 1928, we remain wholly owned by our people. We are a network of 10,000+ skilled individuals connected by over 200 offices across five continents.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Lead — Transmission & Distribution (T&D) to establish a grid capability that enables Clean Power growth across interconnections and grid modernization programs.
You will focus on substation and line design, power system planning and studies and interconnection services, while closely connecting with BESS, Wind and Hydro/PHES pursuits.
Key Responsibilities
Stand up a scalable T&D offering emphasizing owner’s engineer, studies/FEED and detailed design for renewable interconnections and grid‑modernization; develop standardized design packages and workflows delivered via Global Collaboration Centres.
Lead primary and secondary substation design; define specifications, scopes, calculations and reports; manage QA of design deliverables.
Build distribution design capability for overhead and underground networks; deliver concept/detailed designs and cost estimates.
Lead pursuit strategy with utilities, transmission developers and renewable IPPs; integrate with Clean Power leadership and Global Collaboration Centres to drive efficiency and scale.
Qualifications
12–15+ years in T&D (utility or consulting) including HV substation/line design and grid studies; experience integrating inverter‑based resources/BESS highly desirable.
Proven framework and program management with utilities/transmission companies; strong client communication and mentoring track‑record.
Required Criteria
B. Eng. (electrical) with PE/P. Eng. (or eligibility); deep knowledge of North American interconnection standards and protection/controls; familiarity with construction/commissioning practices.
Ability to coordinate distributed teams/Global Collaboration Centres; commitment to HSE, quality and rigorous design assurance.
Expectations
Lead T&D pursuits and delivery; enable hybrid interconnections; embed safety, quality and commercial rigor across teams; travel as needed.
Develop and maintain standard libraries, QA checklists and study/design templates to improve productivity and consistency across North America.
Hybrid Work Model
Work in a hybrid model with in‑office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel.
EEO Statement
GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.
