Senior Underground Transmission Engineer – 500kV, Hybrid

Sargent & Lundy; Hamilton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Relocation package

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking an experienced engineer to design underground transmission lines up to 500 kV. You will lead a small project team, coordinate with vendors and clients, and develop duct banks, trenchless designs, and installation specs.

The role features a hybrid work arrangement with three days in the office and two remote days, and relocation assistance is available based on location.

Qualifications

• BS degree from ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Proficiency with CYMCAP modeling.
• Proficiency with cable tensioning calculations and/or software.
• 7+ years on underground transmission projects with budgets/schedules.
• Design experience with code requirements, EPRI recommendations and client specs.
• Experience with cost estimates and scheduling.
• XLPE cable design experience.
• Experience writing specs for installation and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Design underground transmission lines for voltages up to 500 kV.
• Coordinate with vendors/clients for line components.
• Lead a small project team of engineers, designers, and drafters.
• Develop duct bank layouts and trenchless designs.
• Perform ampacity calculations and bonding studies.
• Develop specifications for installation and procurement.

Skills

CYMCAP modeling

Cable tensioning software

Project schedule & budget management

Code compliance knowledge (NESC, EPRI,

MS Office proficiency

Written/verbal communication

Detail-oriented

Education

BS degree from ABET-accredited engineering program

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Sargent & Lundy is seeking an experienced engineer to design underground transmission lines up to 500 kV. You will lead a small project team, coordinate with vendors and clients, and develop duct banks, trenchless designs, and installation specs.

The role features a hybrid work arrangement with three days in the office and two remote days, and relocation assistance is available based on location.