Associate Engineer, Transmission Lines

Esp-Associates,-Inc; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) match

PTO and holidays

Volunteer time off

Health insurance

Job summary

Pickett, an ESP Associates company, is seeking an Associate Engineer to provide entry-level engineering support on electric transmission design projects for high‑voltage overhead utility systems. The role covers line routing guidance, survey coordination, and initial PLS‑CADD modeling.

You will assist in foundation design, clearance checks, plan/profile development, material specifications, and construction support. A Bachelor’s in Engineering is required; EI/EIT is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is required.
• EI/EIT certification is preferred.
• 1+ years of transmission line engineering experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with NESC, IEEE, ASCE, and ACI is expected.
• Ability to prepare thorough technical reports and sketches.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand design criteria.
• Build design models using the PLS software suite.
• Develop and analyze foundation designs (e.g., FAD, FD6, APile, LPile).
• Spot structures and evaluate clearance in PLS-CADD.
• Evaluate design alternatives.
• Run reports in PLS-CADD (Structure Checks, Stringing Charts).
• Compose work packages and release letters.
• Produce estimates of man-hours and completion dates.
• Manage multiple tasks for multiple projects.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

PLS-CADD proficiency

Technical reporting

Client communication

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

Job description

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Regular Full-Time Dallas, TX, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 5662

About Us:

Pickett,an ESP Associates company, isa highly innovative surveying and engineering company with over 60 years of industry experience serving clients throughout the US and Caribbean.

At Pickett, we use the acronym S.O.L.V.E. to define our core values that include: Safety first, Outstanding service, Lasting relationships, Valued teamwork and Engaged culture.

"We solve the problems that matter"and we are always looking to add passionate, motivated, and qualified individuals to our rapidly expanding team.

About the Role:

As an Associate Engineer, you will provide entry-level engineering/technical expertise on electric transmission design projects for high-voltage (HV) overhead utility systems.

This position prepares guidance for line routing, survey coordination, PLS-CADD modeling, structure design, foundation design, clearance checks, plan/profile development, material specification and procurement, constructability evaluations, work order package preparation, permitting, vendor/subcontractor coordination and construction support.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Learn and understand design criteria
• Build design models using the PLS software suite
• Develop and analyze foundation designs (e.g. FAD, FD6, APile, LPile)
• Spot structures and evaluate clearance and structural utilization in PLS-CADD
• Evaluate and provide commentary on design alternatives
• Run reports in PLS-CADD (e.g. Structure Checks, Stringing Charts, etc.)
• Compose work packages, release letters and more
• Produce accurate estimates of man-hours required and completion dates for tasks
• Effectively manage multiple tasks for multiple projects

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (required)
• EI/EIT certification (preferred)
• 1+ years of related transmission line engineering experience in the electric utility industry (preferred)
• Experience with design codes and standards such as NESC, IEEE, ASCE and ACI
• Understanding of basic practices for researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations
• Ability to prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches
• Ability to work in a safe manner and obey safety regulations at all times.
• Ability to be a self-starter and thrive in an unstructured, varied, and deadline-driven work environment
• Effective communication skills (verbal, written and presentation skills)
• Must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy

So...Why Join Us?

You will have the opportunity to learn, grow and directly contribute to our business. You will also have a very visible and tangible impact by solving real world problems.

You will contribute significantly to the growth and development of our company while also continuing to be challenged and inspired along the way!

Pickett offers an excellent employee benefits package including:

• Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses
• 401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility after 60 days)
• PTO (Paid Time Off) & 10 Paid Holidays
• VTO (Volunteer Time Off) of 4 hours each year (prorated during first year based on hire date)
• Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)
• Behavioral Medicine through Teladoc
• Short-Term Disability Insurance (Employer Paid)