EHV Transmission Line Engineering Consultant 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a senior electrical engineer to lead and manage EHV transmission line projects, including 500kV and 765kV designs, coordinating with utilities, COOPs, and developers. The role requires expert-level knowledge and strong leadership across multi-disciplinary teams.

This hybrid role requires in-office work three days per week in Calgary, Alberta, with travel to project sites as needed.

Qualifications

• BS degree from an ABET‑accredited program or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering teams in execution of EHV transmission line designs (500kV/765kV).
• Develop and deliver design deliverables and technical scope.
• Mentor and coach team members; supervise project execution.
• Coordinate with client functional leads and internal/external stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget and meet specifications.
• Prepare reports and communicate project status clearly.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

EHV transmission design

Travel willingness

Education

ABET/CEAB‑accredited engineering degree

MS degree (preferred)

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.

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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

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.