EHV Transmission Line Engineering Consultant 2 - Grid

Sargent Lundy; Florida; Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Relocation package

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a senior electrical engineer to lead and manage teams on EHV transmission line projects, focusing on 500kV and 765kV designs for utilities, COOPs, and developers.

You will coordinate with multiple departments to ensure designs meet specifications, codes, and client requirements, while mentoring staff and controlling project scope, schedule, and budget. Hybrid work arrangement offered, with relocation support depending on location.

Qualifications

• BS degree from ABET-accredited engineering program or a management/business degree.
• 10+ years of project management experience on utility transmission projects.
• 5+ years experience in 500kV and/or 765kV transmission line design.
• Expertise in electrical considerations for 765kV transmission lines.
• Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of NESC, IEC, ASCE, ACI, IEEE and ANSI.
• Experience liaison between firm and client.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team setting.
• Willingness to travel to project sites/meetings.

Responsibilities

• Manage and/or lead engineering teams on EHV transmission line projects.
• Lead engineering designs for 500kV+ transmission lines and provide expert support.
• Supervise and mentor the engineering project team.
• Build positive relationships with client leads and stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Communicate with stakeholders and supervisors.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to meet specs and codes.
• Perform independent reviews of designs and calculations.
• Prepare clear project reports meeting client requirements.
• Analyze issues and propose improvements.

Skills

Project Management

500kV/765kV design

Multi-disciplinary leadership

Electrical standards (NESC/IEC/IEEE)

Client liaison

Prioritization & multitasking

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Willing to travel

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree or management/business degree

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-TOWER

Job description

Responsibilities

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 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

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering 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.
• PE 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.

About Sargent & Lundy

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

$145,310.00 - $222,001.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. 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 & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.