Lead Transmission Line Engineer 1 - Grid

Sargent Lundy; Peachtree Corners (GA); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Transmission Line Engineer to design high-voltage transmission lines and mentor a talented team. This role offers a hybrid work schedule, balancing office presence with remote flexibility. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with engineering standards while preparing technical reports and conducting independent reviews of designs. Join a company that values employee well-being and offers award-winning benefits, including comprehensive health plans and generous paid time off. If you have a passion for engineering and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Generous paid time off

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Flexible Work Arrangements

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in transmission design and engineering.
• Proficiency with PLS-CADD and knowledge of engineering standards.

Responsibilities

• Design transmission lines from 69kV to 765kV and mentor junior engineers.
• Prepare reports and ensure compliance with specifications and codes.

Skills

Transmission Design

PLS-CADD

Engineering Standards Knowledge

Client Interaction

Mentoring

Education

BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

Description

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

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

• 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

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.