Staff Transmission Engineer - Transmission

SolveNow Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Kansas City is looking for a Staff Transmission Engineer. The role involves performing design tasks for high voltage transmission projects from concept through completion, ensuring adherence to budget and client needs. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and at least 3 years of experience in transmission engineering, including strong communication and analytical skills. Proficiency in tools like AutoCAD and Civil 3D is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science related degree from an ABET accredited program.
• 3 years of transmission engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform transmission design of projects from conceptual phase through completion.
• Modify and review transmission components based on project needs.
• Prepare specifications and data sheets for transmission equipment.

Skills

Transmission design

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Master of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

BIM (Revit)

Civil 3D

PLS-CADD

Job description

About the job Staff Transmission Engineer - Transmission

The Staff Transmission Engineer will work on project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including underground and overhead high voltage transmission lines. The Staff Transmission Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting transmission plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

Description

• Perform transmission design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review transmission components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
• Prepare transmission equipment: packaged equipment specifications and data sheets, Request for Qualifications (RFQ's), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
• Perfom economic conductor selection studies, lightning performance and grounding calculations/studies.
• Compile calculations for required electrical clearances based on NESC or other applicable codes and resources. Prepare communications of the interpretation and application of necessary NERC, FERC and regional requirements and standards.
• Applies strong knowledge of commonly used transmission engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the transmission engineering services industry.
• Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers. Compiles studies and reports. Writes specifications.
• Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
• Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
• Performs field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science related degree from an ABET accredited program.
• Or Bachelor of Science in Civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE>
• Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering may be substituted for 1 year experience.
• 3 years of transmission engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• Successful completion (i.e.passing) FE or EIT preferred.
• Strong knowledge in standard civil/structural engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Strong computer skills (e.g. AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD), and/or hydraulic, hydrologic, pavement, transmission analysis programs.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.