Senior Underground Transmission Line Engineer

Sargent & Lundy; Hamilton Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Hybrid work arrangement

Health plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking an experienced engineer to design complex underground transmission lines up to 500kV. The role involves leading a design team, performing cost estimates, and developing duct bank layouts and cable specifications.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement with three days in the office and two remote, plus a relocation package for eligible candidates. A BS degree from an ABET-accredited program is required, with 12+ years of leadership experience in similar projects.

Qualifications

• BS degree from ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Proficiency with CYMCAP modeling.
• Proficiency with cable tensioning calculations software.
• 12+ years of experience leading a design team in underground transmission projects.
• Experience with design codes and standards (NESC, EPRI Green Book, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI 318).

Responsibilities

• Design of complex underground transmission lines up to 500kV.
• Lead cost analyses, siting and routing in complex environments.
• Develop duct bank layouts and trenchless designs.
• Perform ampacity calculations and cable selection studies.
• Develop specifications for installation and procurement of materials.
• Coordinate with vendors and clients on transmission line components.
• Direct project team of engineers, designers, and drafters.

Skills

Lead design teams

CYMCAP modeling

Cable tensioning

MS Office

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

BS degree (ABET-accredited engineering program)

Job description

Sargent & Lundy is seeking an experienced engineer to design complex underground transmission lines up to 500kV. The role involves leading a design team, performing cost estimates, and developing duct bank layouts and cable specifications.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement with three days in the office and two remote, plus a relocation package for eligible candidates. A BS degree from an ABET-accredited program is required, with 12+ years of leadership experience in similar projects.