Engineer IV - Transmission

United Grid Solutions; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

United Grid Solutions in Marietta, GA is seeking a senior transmission line engineer to lead design, provide technical direction, and manage project scope, schedules, and budgets for high-voltage systems including renewable interconnections.

The role requires a ABET-accredited engineering degree, 8–10 years in electrical utility transmission, and a Professional Engineer license, with responsibility for client liaison and proposal support.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• 8–10 years of electrical utility transmission line design experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Knowledge of transmission line design for 69kV and higher.
• Experience with drawings, bills of materials, and project documents.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and technical guidance for transmission line design.
• Plan, organize, estimate, schedule, and monitor work activities.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and sketches with accuracy.
• Lead junior staff and mentor designers/drafters.
• Coordinate with clients and other disciplines to deliver on time and within budget.
• Support proposal development and project costing.

Skills

Electrical engineering concepts

Written & oral communication

Self-motivated

MS Office

Cost estimating

Team mentorship

Technical problem solving

Education

ABET-accredited degree

Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural or Electrical Eng

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Provide transmission line design, engineering, technical support, and oversight to a transmission engineering and design team for the purpose of delivering safe, cost-effective, and quality engineering and design services. Provide technical competency and direction on complex engineering and technical problems for transmission line projects, to include renewable energy interconnections as well as grid modernization opportunities. The incumbent is expected to lead discipline work for projects, perform responsible charge engineering duties, and manage project schedules and budgets. The incumbent will also support proposal development and project cost estimating.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under minimal supervision in the area of power transmission and substations, the incumbent will provide:

• Engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, and resolution of problems.
• Effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities.
• Thorough, timely, and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches.
• Continuous improvement of job-related engineering, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Should be able to understand and create transmission line drawing packages.
• Support the company's goals and represent the company positively and professionally.
• Interact with customer’s internal engineers and technical personnel on a day-to-day basis.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with customers.
• Monitor deliverables, schedules, and present solutions to the client.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Required A Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or University in Engineering that is accredited by ABET.

Experience

8-10 Year(s) Experience as an Engineer within the electrical industry in the field of power delivery.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Require Professional Engineering (PE) license

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Understanding of engineering theories and principles.
• Understanding of practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting recommendations.
• Ability to work alone or with limited supervision.
• Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of electrical engineering concepts as they impact civil-structural designs.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.

DESIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science in Civil / Structural or Electrical Engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineer with NCEES record.
• 8+ years of electrical utility Transmission Line design experience (as an employee, contractor, or consultant) with a working knowledge of High Voltage Transmission line design at voltage of 69kV and higher.
• Technical competency in all aspects of Transmission Line utility design including general arrangement and layout of the structures; understanding of the functions and application of all Line components (hardware, poles, permits, survey, clearances, loading); understanding of grounding, lightning and shielding protection, sag and tension limits; etc.
• Knowledge to verify/review right of way requirements, conductor sags/tensions, transmission line plan and profile drawings and construction documents.
• Knowledgeable of and ability to complete a detailed bill of material showing all materials required for the construction of Transmission Lines.
• Ability to ensure that a complete design package (drawings, bill of materials, conduit lists, construction specifications, etc.) are delivered to the client within budget and on time with a high level of quality.
• Working knowledge of NESC, ASCE, ACI, IEC, CSA, ANSI, IBC, AISC and IEEE.
• Working knowledge and experience to perform:
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Total installed cost estimating
• Specifications and Contract documents.
• Oversee the work of junior staff and mentor designers/drafters
• Collaborate, communicate, and liaise effectively with other design disciplines, colleagues, construction contractors, consultants, materials suppliers, and clients
• Visit sites, advise on transmission line engineering issues, and modify design to solve issues during construction
• Provide general project management capabilities to coordinate staff, assign tasks, and accomplish projects in an efficient manner with adherence to project schedule
• Assist the Project Manager in the preparation and review of proposals and contracts
• Support design needs of permitting activities
• Experience working in a field or construction environment implementing or verifying engineering drawings.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

United Grid Solutions is an equal opportunity employer

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

United Grid Solutions is a Non-Union Company