A rapidly growing market leader in the design and manufacture of specialty equipment seeks to hire a Senior Engineering Director at their flagship location in the Southeast, OH. Reporting directly to the President, this highly visible position will be responsible for leading product development for the entire organization and developing a large team of engineers focused on product design and VA/VE engineering. This is a full-time/direct hire opportunity. Primary Responsibilities: • Provide technical and strategic leadership for all engineering and product development functions, including design, VA/VE, and customer support engineering. • Develop and execute a long-term product roadmap aligned with commercial growth goals and customer performance requirements. • Lead cross-functional collaboration between Engineering, Sales, and Marketing to define and deliver differentiated product solutions and value propositions. • Prioritize engineering initiatives based on ROI, market demand, and technical feasibility. • Oversee engineering resources, team structure, and processes to improve speed, quality, and innovation across multiple product lines. • Interface directly with customers and end-users to capture Voice of Customer (VOC) insights and translate them into design improvements. • Benchmark product performance and maintain awareness of the competitive landscape. Required Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline (advanced degree preferred). • Minimum of 10 years of progressive engineering leadership experience in heavy equipment, vehicle systems, or industrial machinery design. • Proven success managing teams responsible for new product development, engineering support, and continuous improvement. • Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to align technical and commercial priorities. Our client offers a comprehensive portfolio of insurance and retirement benefits along with a lucrative bonus program, long-term advancement opportunities and other attractive perks. Relocation assistance is available to especially qualified candidates not currently residing in the local geography.
See More Details >>Business Unit:** Our employees collaborate on meaningful projects that enhance communities and make a lasting difference in the world. We deliver legendary service and smart solutions for environmental and infrastructure challenges, creating an unmatched experience for both our clients and our team. As a global engineering and construction firm, we partner with clients worldwide to develop innovative solutions that address today's needs and anticipate tomorrow's demands. We're looking for a skilled Mechanical Engineer with expertise in HVAC and plumbing systems. This role offers the chance to advance your career while working on projects that create resilient, sustainable environments. S. based office. We offer a hybrid work environment that allows our employees to balance time in the office with remote work from home. Designing and developing HVAC and plumbing systems, including master planning, feasibility studies, and mechanical systems such as co-generation. Incorporating sustainability principles, energy efficiency strategies, renewable energy solutions, and green building practices into projects ranging from basic to highly complex, ensuring compliance with client requirements. • Reviewing draft designs for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Ensuring that firm policies and practices are followed on all designs. • Performing site reviews and studies, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications. Attending industry conferences and symposia to enhance the firm's visibility and promote its products and services, collaborating closely with sales teams to maximize outreach and engagement. • Supervising project work as needed, ensuring quality and supporting skill development for future leadership roles. • Mechanical Engineer 4 • *Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Architectural or Chemical Engineering, or Engineering Technology or related discipline. Certification as an Engineer in Training (EIT) or passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam in states where an EIT is not obtainable (within 18 months of hire or promotion or transfer). - Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. • *Experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment on large and complex projects. • Prior experience using Autodesk Revit to create detailed mechanical drawings. • Knowledge of building codes, ASHRAE standards, and sustainable design practices. • Experience in high-performance building design (energy, water, carbon reduction). • *We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. • *Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! ( • *Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. Job Site Location:** Amount of Travel Required:** Fulltime-Regular • *H-1B or TN Visas for this position • *Expert Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. • Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.). • Expert knowledge of federal, state and local regulations. • *Background Check and Drug Testing Information:** In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing. • *All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. • *Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate. • *
See More Details >>Description We are seeking a Lead Transmission Line Engineer who will manage a collaborative and dynamic team working in a fast-paced environment, solving challenging problems involved with electric transmission. The successful candidate will serve as a Lead Engineer and Technical Project Manager on high voltage electric transmission line design projects of overhead and underground systems for some of the largest utilities in the country as well as regional utilities. The candidate will apply NESC, ASCE, ACI, NEC, and other applicable standards in the engineering and design of all types of capital and maintenance projects from 34.5 kV to 765 kV. Additionally, the candidate will direct a team of engineers that regularly perform engineering analyses, PLS-CADD modeling, structure loading calculations, foundation design using MFAD and/or LPILE, design structure framing and hardware assemblies, draft plans and specifications, and prepare bill of materials and procurement documents across project planning, engineering, environmental, permitting, and construction management phases. The successful candidate can expect a fast-paced, diverse work environment and flexible work hours/work arrangements as well as a manager and peers who will encourage career development and growth! In addition, the successful candidate will be involved in applying AI, automation, and digital design platforms to streamline grid modernization and increase design efficiency. This is a senior leadership role with primary responsibilities in client relations, staff management, proposal development, scope creation/change, project execution, and new business capture for the team’s full book of work. The successful candidate will be able to communicate clear expectations, goals, and vision; manage the performance of direct reports; motivate, coach, and mentor skilled professionals; and appropriately delegate project work. The candidate must be capable of managing collaboration and a positive team culture to achieve successful results. Location: This position is a hybrid work position with the potential for remote work for the right candidate located in Pennsylvania, Ohio, or West Virginia. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates. The Challenge: • Direct multiple design teams simultaneously executing various projects and programs for multiple clients. • Develop a team of engineers by training, coaching, and nurturing Leidos’ engineering talent. • Supervise staff by approving timesheets and running the annual performance review process. • Participate proactively as a member of the leadership team of the Transmission Line Section. • Create responses to RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs from clients for new work, including proposal creation and definition of scope of work. • Possess a growth mindset to foster creative problem solving for our clients’ most complex issues. • Promote continuous improvement to develop streamlined processes and tools that facilitate improvements to departmental technical resources via innovation and automation. • Delegate tasks to staff, forecast and plan their future workload, and run recruiting activities to support aggressive growth goals. • Drive the quality control process for the execution team to ensure the highest level of quality in all deliverables. • Liaise with clients to maximize affinity, facilitate business development growth, and foster long-term relationship building. • Manage portfolio health by leveraging Project Managers to independently drive and monitor scope, schedule, and budget. Accountability for schedule compliance requires high awareness and support from assigned Lead Engineers. What Sets You Apart (Required): • Bachelor’s degree in Civil, preferred, or Mechanical Engineering with eight plus (8+) years of relevant experience in the design of high voltage electric utility transmission systems. • Expertise in PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE. • Engineer In Training (EIT) certification. • Work effectively in a team environment; can also work independently. • Track record of outstanding communication to serve as primary point of contact for existing and perspective clients. • Business acumen with a record of understanding and meeting key project performance metrics. • Working onsite in a Leidos or client office is a possibility; some periodic travel may be required. • Ability and passion to develop staff through mentoring. Favorable If You Have: • Two plus (2+) years of supervising staff. • M.S. degree in Structural Engineering. • Experience with TOWER. • P.E. certification or the ability to achieve P.E Certification in 6 months. • Experience with LPILE or FAD, Mathcad, AutoCAD or MicroStation, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a plus. Why Leidos: At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. We take care of our employees. Leidos seeks the best and the brightest, and in return, we invest in you, with an eye on your future, through career advancement, growth opportunities, and continuous improvement via mentoring, formal and informal project management training and assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications. We challenge you to help solve some of the world’s toughest problems, and reward you with a welcoming culture that recognizes the importance of a strong work/life balance, as well as competitive compensation and benefits. We believe that diversity and inclusion make us all better and offer the chance to have fun and make a difference. We value and support the well-being and mobility of our employees with competitive benefit packages, complementary e-learning training, work-life flexibility, an exciting External Referral Program, and a diverse, inclusive, and ethical workplace. Our recognition as an industry leader is confirmed by the latest national rankings by Engineering News-Record (ENR) ranking Leidos within the Top 10 T&D Firms, and Top 10 Power Firms. If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading! Are you ready to make an impact? Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career; share your resume with us today! PowerDelivery PDSTLINE If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares. Original Posting: November 3, 2025 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. Pay Range: Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. About Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com. Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits. Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com. If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Parkersburg, WV, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships generally span three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 925 mechanical trade professionals in Parkersburg, with wages averaging around $839.50 per week. The job outlook is promising, with a projected growth rate of 11% from 2023 to 2033. Aspiring mechanical trade workers can explore apprenticeship opportunities through trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild, leading to a career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $83,950 annually for experienced professionals.
