Senior Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 100,019 - 152,807; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Commuter benefits

Scholarship program

Employee discounts

Charitable giving

Tuition assistance

Licensure bonus

Referral bonus

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Bereavement leave

Flexible work

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking an experienced engineer to design underground transmission lines up to 500kV and to lead a small project team. You’ll analyze costs, develop design criteria, and work on duct banks, manholes, and cabling procurement in a hybrid office setting.

The role requires a BS from an ABET-accredited program, strong modeling skills (CYMCAP), and 7+ years of relevant experience, along with proficiency in MS Office and code-compliant design practices.

Qualifications

• BS degree from ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Proficiency with CYMCAP modeling.
• Proficiency with cable tensioning calculations and/or software.
• 7+ years of experience on underground transmission projects.
• Design experience with codes and client requirements.
• Experience with cost estimates and scheduling coordination.
• Experience with XLPE cable design.
• Experience in specifying installation and procurement of materials.
• Knowledge of right of way, bonding schemes, and drawings.
• Knowledge of technical drawing production techniques and tools.
• Experience writing engineering calculations documentation.
• Familiarity with NESC, EPRI Green Book, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI 318.
• MS Office proficiency.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design underground transmission lines for voltages up to 500kV.
• Conduct cost analyses and develop design criteria while addressing siting and routing challenges, including manhole placement.
• Develop duct bank layouts, trenchless designs, cable pulling calculations, and drawing packages.
• Perform cable selection studies, determine bonding schemes, and conduct ampacity calculations.
• Develop riser structure configurations and assess structural loading.
• Prepare specifications for cable procurement, duct bank installation, trenchless installation and general construction specs.
• Coordinate with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components.
• Lead a small project team of engineers, designers, and drafters.

Skills

Underground design

Project leadership

Cable design

Duct bank layouts

Engineering calculations

Code compliance

MS Office

Education

ABET-accredited BS degree

Tools

CYMCAP

Cable tensioning software

Job description

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

This position will offer you the ability to apply and expand your knowledge of underground transmission line engineering, including routing, duct bank configurations, manhole placement, and electrical principles.

Responsibilities

• Design underground transmission lines for voltages up to 500kV.
• Responsible for cost analyses, development of design criteria, siting and routing challenges, and placement of manholes for underground transmission lines.
• Responsible for physical design including duct bank layouts, development of trenchless designs, cable pulling calculations, and development of drawing packages.
• Responsible for cable selection studies, determining bonding scheme, and performing ampacity calculations.
• Develop riser structure configuration and structural loading.
• Develop specifications including cable procurement, duct bank installation, trenchless installation and general construction specifications.
• Work and coordinate with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components.
• Direct a small project team of other engineers, designers and drafters.

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days. Dependent upon your location, this opportunity offers a generous relocation package.

Essential Skills And Experience

• This position requires a BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Proficiency with CYMCAP modeling.
• Proficiency with cable tensioning calculations and/or software.
• 7 or more years of experience as a member of a project team in observing project schedules and budget constraints on diverse underground transmission projects.
• Design experience incorporating code requirements, EPRI recommendations, client requirements.
• Experience in cost estimate development and schedule creation and coordination.
• Experience with XLPE cable design.
• Experience in the preparation of specifications for installation and procurement of underground transmission line materials and components.
• Knowledge to verify/review right of way requirements, bonding schemes, underground transmission line plan and profile drawings and other construction documents.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Experience in writing and providing support documentation for engineering calculations.
• Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, EPRI Green Book, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Attention to detail.

Valued But Not Required Skills And Experience

• Have a current PE license or the ability to acquire one within one year.
• Experience with high-pressure gas-filled or high-pressured fluid-filled pipe type cable systems and associated equipment.
• Experience with underground distribution or low voltage cable systems.

AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy

In this role, we expect people to be willing or able to lead others who use modern tools.

• You are expected to lead others in taking engineering problems from issue to solution by setting expectations for using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.
• Leaders in these roles often direct automation and process-improvement work, for example, how teams automate calculations, summarize technical documents, or generate design documentation and guiding when and how AI or agentic AI tools are used while ensuring results are checked.
• Overseeing engineers who program or script (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate engineering tasks, with review of automated outputs, is valued but not required.
• We also value additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other experience in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that enables effective oversight of automation and agentic AI-enabled engineering workflows.

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

$100,019 - $152,807

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

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.