EHV Transmission Line Engineering Consultant 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy; Mayagüez (PR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Hybrid work arrangement

Paid time off

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy seeks an experienced leader to manage and guide engineering teams through EHV transmission line projects for electric utilities, COOPs, and developers. You will provide expert support on 500kV and 765kV designs and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure quality and timely delivery.

The role requires 10+ years of PM experience in utility transmission, 5+ years in high-voltage line design, and bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree (or management/business degree) required.
• 10+ years of project management in utility transmission projects.
• 5+ years in 500kV and/or 765kV transmission line design.
• Knowledge of standards including NESC, IEC, ASCE, ACI, IEEE and ANSI.
• Willingness to travel to project sites.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Act as subject matter specialist for EHV transmission line designs (500kV+).
• Lead and supervise engineering project teams; mentor staff.
• Develop and maintain client relationships with leaders and stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are on time, within budget, and meet specs.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure design compliance.
• Perform independent design reviews and prepare project reports.
• Provide solutions to improve results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Travel

Team management

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

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
• Must be bilingual in Spanish and English (read, speak, and write).

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 & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance

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

• 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

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

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.