Senior Transmission Line Designer 1 - Grid

Sargent Lundy; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering firm as a Senior Transmission Line Designer. This role encompasses the development of technical drawings and designs for transmission lines while working in a hybrid schedule. You will collaborate with engineers and designers, apply your drafting skills using AutoCAD, and contribute significantly to project outcomes. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of relevant experience and a strong technical background.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Generous paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• 10 or more years of experience in design/drafting of Transmission Lines.
• Knowledge of design techniques and engineering principles.
• Ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of a computer.

Responsibilities

• Develop transmission line plans and profile drawings.
• Create master sketches and confer with engineering staff.
• Assist project team members in gathering information on site.

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Ability to multi-task

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associate’s Degree in drafting

High school diploma with drafting coursework

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

PLS-CADD

Job description

Senior Transmission Line Designer 1 - Grid

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This position allows for a hybrid / flexible work schedule with a mix of work spent on site at the Sargent & Lundy office.

• This position will offer you the the opportunity to work in a project team environment with engineers and other Electrical and Structural designers and/or engineers in the development of transmission/distribution line drawings/designs.
• You will have the opportunity to apply your computer-aided drafting/design skills, while receiving hands-on training in 3D design software environments, such as AutoCAD 3D and/or MicroStation.
• Some of your responsibilities will include the development of transmission line plans and profile drawings, transmission/distribution line hardware details, material lists, and grounding details.
• You will be involved in creating master sketches to scale showing relation of proposed installations to existing facilities and exact specifications and dimensions. In preparing your drawings, you will confer directly with engineering staff in interpreting input from a variety of sources, such as engineering specifications, weight and volume calculations, and stress factors.
• You may accompany and assist other project team members on walkdowns at client facilities to gather information for your design project.
• While interfacing with vendors and construction contractors, you may be given the opportunity to explain your drawings so appropriate design adjustments can be made.
  
  

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential Skills And Experience

• An Associate’s Degree in drafting, or a high school diploma and 1 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience.
• Must be proficient in AutoCAD.
• 10 or more years of experience in design/drafting of Transmission Lines.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.
• Ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of the computer.
• Ability to multi-task from project to project.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Attention to detail.
  
  

Valued But Not Required Skills And Experience

• Experience using Microstation, PLS-CADD, AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or GIS software.
  
  

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

$74,750.00 - $115,120.00

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.

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