Engineer, Line Maintenance Intermediate or Senior

ITC Holdings Corp.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ITC Holdings Corp. in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks an Engineer to support installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of transmission line components. The role involves coordinating maintenance programs across multiple footprints, preparing estimates, and ensuring projects are completed on time with field staff.

The candidate will review designs, possibly approve designs, and collaborate across departments. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant field is required.
• Minimum of two years of experience for Intermediate Engineer; six years for Senior Engineer.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and documentation skills.
• Clear verbal and written communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of transmission line components.
• Oversee review and coordination of the transmission line maintenance program for ITCT, METC, and ITCGP footprints.
• Prepare estimates and coordinate material requisitions, specs, and drawings for projects.
• Lead maintenance projects by reviewing designs and coordinating with field staff.
• Collaborate with engineers and other departments to manage resources and maintenance work.
• Attend meetings and training to enhance professional knowledge and skills.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

• Provides technical support to employees and contractors in the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of transmission line system components.
• Overall review, coordination, and tracking of the transmission line maintenance program for the ITCT, METC, and ITCGP footprints, for both capital and O&M line maintenance work.
• Prepares estimates, and coordinates material requisitions, specifications, and drawings for internally designed projects.
• Implements maintenance projects by reviewing designs submitted by the design group and working with field employees/contractors to ensure successful completion of the project.
• May review and approve designs created by other Engineers.
• Collaborates with other engineers and departments which may include consulting, managing projects, organizing resources or maintenance work.
• Participates in Line Design Standards activities and may support the Line Design Standards Committee.
• Recommends, develops and maintains programs and data systems associated with transmission line maintenance.
• Generates internal and external reports on various facets of transmission system.
• Reviews and provides feedback on third party requests that can affect or change transmission line assets.
• Reviews and verifies third party costs for shared maintenance costs of the transmission line maintenance program.
• Attends meetings and training sessions to increase professional knowledge and skills.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides technical support to employees and contractors in the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of transmission line system components.
• Overall review, coordination, and tracking of the transmission line maintenance program for the ITCT, METC, and ITCGP footprints, for both capital and O&M line maintenance work.
• Prepares estimates, and coordinates material requisitions, specifications, and drawings for internally designed projects.
• Implements maintenance projects by reviewing designs submitted by the design group and working with field employees/contractors to ensure successful completion of the project.
• May review and approve designs created by other Engineers.
• Collaborates with other engineers and departments which may include consulting, managing projects, organizing resources or maintenance work.
• Participates in Line Design Standards activities and may support the Line Design Standards Committee.
• Recommends, develops and maintains programs and data systems associated with transmission line maintenance.
• Generates internal and external reports on various facets of transmission system.
• Reviews and provides feedback on third party requests that can affect or change transmission line assets.
• Reviews and verifies third party costs for shared maintenance costs of the transmission line maintenance program.
• Attends meetings and training sessions to increase professional knowledge and skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant, equivalent experience and/or education.
• Minimum Experience:
  • Minimum of two (2) years of work experience in related area for an Intermediate Engineer level.
  • Minimum of six (6) years of work experience in related area for Senior Engineer level
• Possess sound analytical, problem-solving and documentation skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors and individuals inside and outside the Company.
• Ability to multi-task and work under minimal supervision, in a team environment.
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).
• Ability to learn and utilize job specific software.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. ITC does not sponsor employment visas, such as H-1B or TN visas.

About Us

Make a Power Move - For the Greater Grid: Reliable. Resilient. Ready.

As AI innovation, automation and economic growth reshape the way we live and work, the demand on our power infrastructure is growing fast. At ITC, we’re building the greater grid that’s ready for today’s technology and tomorrow’s possibilities.

Our people bring the power - fueling innovation and strengthening the grid every day. We’re looking for individuals who are ready to make a power move and help us build a greater grid for a more reliable and affordable energy future.

ITC offers industry-leading compensation, benefits and opportunities to channel your energy into solutions. We foster a culture of belonging - where every voice is valued, differences are celebrated and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Make a power move today.