Lead Transmission Line Engineer

Sargent Lundy; United States; Remote; USD 109,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned transmission design engineer with over a decade of experience. This role involves designing high-voltage transmission lines, mentoring junior team members, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. The position offers a chance to work on impactful projects while collaborating directly with clients. The company prides itself on its commitment to employee well-being, providing comprehensive healthcare, generous paid time off, and a supportive work-life balance. If you're ready to take your career to the next level in a rewarding environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare Plans

Generous Paid Time Off

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Work Arrangements

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Vacation

Merit Scholarship Program

Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• 10+ years of transmission design experience required.
• Proficiency with PLS-CADD software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design transmission lines from 69kV to 765kV range.
• Mentor and train design team members.

Skills

Transmission Design

PLS-CADD

Client Interaction

Engineering Standards Knowledge

Mentoring

Education

BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

Description

Responsibilities may include the following:

• Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 765kV range.
• Mentor and train less experienced design team members.
• Coordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
• Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and S&L formats.
• Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations, drawing preparation, and transmission line models based in PLS-CADD.
• Adhere to Sargent & Lundy's System of Processes.

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.
• 10 or more years of transmission design experience.
• Proficiency with PLS-CADD software.
• Experience must include preparation of scopes of work, development of conceptual designs, determination of design basis, the selection of equipment and materials, and the preparation and assembling of calculations and specifications.
• Experience working directly with clients on transmission lines from 69kV through 500kV.
• Knowledge of engineering standards including NESC, IEC, ASCE, ACI, IEEE and ANSI.
• Experience reviewing design drawings created by others.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• PE license
• PMP certification
• Construction experience
• Familiarity with ArcGIS

Award-Winning Benefits

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.

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

$109,410.00 - $168,770.00

Awards & Recognition