Senior Transmission Line Design Engineer

Valdeseng; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Valdeseng is seeking a senior design engineer to lead the design and analysis of overhead and underground transmission lines. The role requires compliance with industry standards and entails collaborating with project managers and stakeholders for project delivery.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, with a Master's preferred, and have at least 15 years of relevant experience, including expertise in PLS-CADD. Exceptional communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of transmission line design experience.
• Experience using PLS-CADD.
• Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and analysis of transmission lines.
• Conduct feasibility studies and site assessments.
• Develop engineering specifications and calculations.
• Perform structural analysis for design integrity.
• Mentor junior engineers in technical skills.

Skills

Transmission line design

Structural analysis

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

GIS expertise

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Master's degree or further education

PE and/or PMP certification

Tools

PLS-CADD

Job description

Job Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Lead the design and analysis of overhead and underground transmission lines, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Conduct feasibility studies, route selection, and site assessments for new transmission line projects
• Utilizing GIS information to aid in design
• Develop detailed engineering specifications, drawings, and calculations for transmission line components
• Perform structural analysis using advanced software tools to ensure design integrity and reliability
• Collaborate with project managers, stakeholders, and contractors to ensure timely project delivery within budget constraints
• Mentor and guide junior engineers in technical skills and professional development
• Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering, Masters degree and further education is preferred
• PE and/or PMP certification highly preferred
• 15+ years of transmission line design experience
• experience using PLS-CADD
• Previous experience leading a team highly preferred
• Must possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
• Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future