Lead Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent Lundy; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 123,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned transmission design engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves designing high-voltage transmission lines, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The company values work-life balance and offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing for flexibility while maintaining in-office collaboration. With award-winning benefits and a commitment to employee well-being, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while enjoying comprehensive support for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare Plans

401(k)

Paid Vacation

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Work Arrangements

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Holidays

Employee Discount Program

Merit Scholarship Program

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 765kV range.
• Prepare reports and studies that meet client requirements.

Skills

Transmission Design

PLS-CADD

Engineering Standards Knowledge

Client Interaction

Mentoring

Education

BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program

Tools

PLS-CADD

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.

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

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.
• 15+ 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 & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-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

$123,800.00 - $192,660.00

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.