Senior Transmission Line Engineer

Sargent Lundy; Hamilton; Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled transmission line engineer to join their dynamic team. This exciting role involves designing transmission lines and conducting cost analyses while collaborating with a diverse client base. You'll have the opportunity to apply your engineering knowledge and work on innovative projects that have a real impact. With a hybrid work arrangement, you can enjoy flexibility while contributing to high-profile assignments. Join a company that values your expertise and offers award-winning benefits, ensuring your health and well-being are prioritized. This is your chance to make a difference in the energy sector!

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Generous paid time off

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Work Arrangements

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Vacation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in transmission line engineering and project management.
• Proficiency in PLS-CADD and MS Office applications is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design transmission lines from 69kV to 500kV and conduct cost analyses.
• Interact with clients and project teams, developing proposals and cost estimates.

Skills

Transmission Line Design

Project Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Cost Estimation

Engineering Calculations Documentation

Education

BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program

Tools

PLS-CADD

MS Office

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ArcGIS

Job description

Description

This position will offer you the ability to apply and expand your knowledge of transmission line engineering including conductors, hardware, insulation, structures, foundations and electrical principles to:

• Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 500kV range.
• Responsibility for cost analyses, development of design criteria, routing and siting of transmission lines.
• Responsibility for conductor selection studies, shielding, grounding and induction studies.
• Work with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components.

The position will also offer you the opportunity to:

• Work with a diverse client base and interact with the client and other project teams.
• Occasional travel for site visits and client meetings.
• Develop proposals and cost estimates for new work.

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of spending three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.

Dependent upon your location, this opportunity offers a generous relocation package.

Qualifications

Essential Skills and experience:

• This position requires a BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Proficiency with PLS-CADD software to able to review transmission line models.
• 5 or more years of experience as a member of a project team in observing project schedules and budget constraints on diverse transmission assignments that have included the following: transmission line design incorporating code requirements, cost estimate development, schedule creation and coordination, the preparation of specifications for procurement of transmission line materials and construction, and liaising with construction and installation.
• Knowledge to verify/review right of way requirements, conductor sags/tensions, transmission line plan and profile drawings and construction documents.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Experience in writing and providing support documentation for engineering calculations.
• Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• Have a current PE license or the ability to acquire one within one year.
• Experience in developing engineering proposals and cost estimates.
• Experience with scheduling.
• Proficiency with any of the following programs: PLS-TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD, ArcGIS, CDEGS, AutoCAD, MicroStation.

Sargent & Lundy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

Financial Benefits

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

Work-Life Balance

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$101,000 - $120,000

Awards & Recognition