Lead Transmission Line Engineer 1 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Lead Transmission Line Engineer to design high voltage transmission lines and mentor a design team. This mid-senior level role offers a hybrid work schedule and competitive benefits, requiring a BS degree and significant design experience. The position emphasizes client interaction and adherence to engineering standards.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Generous paid time off

401(k) with merit scholarship program

Tuition assistance

Flexible work arrangements

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in transmission design desired.
• Experience working with clients on transmission lines essential.
• PE license and PMP certification valued but not required.

Responsibilities

• Design transmission lines from 69kV to 765kV.
• Mentor less experienced engineers.
• Prepare technical reports and ensure compliance with specifications.

Skills

Transmission design experience

Proficiency with PLS-CADD

Client interaction skills

Engineering standards knowledge

Education

BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program

Tools

PLS-CADD

ArcGIS

Job description

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WORK LOCATION: This position allows for a hybrid / flexible work schedule with a mix of work spent on site at the Sargent & Lundy office in Peachtree Corners and working remote from home.

The role of the Lead Transmission Line Engineer may include the following responsibilities:

• 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
  
  

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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. 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 Financial Benefits Work-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
  
  

Compensation Range

$109,410.00 - $168,770.00

Awards & Recognition 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Professional Services

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