EHV Transmission Line Engineering Consultant 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy, L.L.C.; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy seeks a senior engineer/leader to guide and manage EHV transmission line projects, including 500kV and 765kV designs for utilities, COOPs and developers. The role requires coordinating with multiple departments to oversee the project life cycle and ensure technical excellence.

The position emphasizes SME-level support, team leadership, and strong client liaison skills, with a hybrid work schedule combining in-office and field activities.

Qualifications

• BS degree from ABET- or EAB-accredited program or a management/business degree.
• 10+ years of project management experience on utility transmission projects.
• 5+ years of experience in 500kV and/or 765kV transmission line design.
• Expertise in electrical considerations for 765kV lines.
• Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of standards: NESC, IEC, IEEE, ANSI, ASCE.

Responsibilities

• Function as SME and technical resource for EHV transmission line designs (500kV+).
• Lead and supervise engineering project teams; mentor and coach team members.
• Develop and maintain client relationships with functional leads and stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to meet specifications and client requirements.
• Perform independent design reviews, calculations, and drawings.
• Prepare clear project reports meeting client requirements.
• Analyze issues and provide improvement solutions.

Skills

Project management

Transmission design

Leadership

Communication

Client liaison

NESC/IEC/IEEE/ANSI knowledge

Travel readiness

Education

ABET/ABET-equivalent or Canadian EAB accreditation

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-TOWER

Job description

Description

This position will offer you the opportunity to manage and/or lead engineering teams through the execution of EHV transmission line projects. This role will actively lead and manage engineering teams in the execution of EHV transmission line engineering designs for electric utilities, COOPs, and developers. As a subject matter specialist in the area of EHV transmission lines this position will be expected to provide expert level support the organization on 500kV and 765kV transmission line designs. The position will involve coordinating with multiple internal and external departments to manage the life cycle of EHV transmission line projects.

• Function as a subject matter specialist and technical resource for EHV transmission line designs, specifically for 500kv and above.
• Responsible for execution of engineering projects including the technical development of design deliverables.
• Supervise and direct the engineering project team in the execution of EHV transmission line designs. Mentor and coach team members.
• Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with client functional leads and stakeholders.
• Lead efforts to ensure engineering projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
• Communicate and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure designs comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
• Perform independent reviews of engineering designs prepared by others including calculations and drawing preparation.
• Prepare reports that project information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements.
• Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results.

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in Canada for this position.

This position may require access to U.S. export-controlled information. As such, candidates must be a citizen of a country listed in Appendix A to Part 810 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

Essential skills and experience:

• BS degree from a Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board-accredited undergraduate program or a US based ABET-accredited program or a management/business degree.
• 10+ years of specific experience in Project Management of Utility Transmission projects.
• 5+ years of experience in 500kV and/or 765kV transmission line design
• Expertise within the electrical considerations for 765kV transmission lines
• Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of engineering standards including NESC, IEC, ASCE, ACI, IEEE and ANSI.
• Experience with serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities is critical to success.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team setting.
• Willing to travel to project sites and/or attend client meetings

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• MS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• P.Eng license
• PLS-CADD and PLS-TOWER software experience
• PMP Certification

Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

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.

Transparency Statement

This posting is to fill an existing vacancy. Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all provincial and federal legislation. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent and Lundy is fully committed to abiding by all equal opportunity employment standards. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in relevant laws. All our employment practices are solely based on individual merit and our organization's needs at the time. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We embrace the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment process. AI-enabled tools may support certain stages of recruitment, but human judgment remains central to the candidate experience, and all hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.