Transmission Engineer Remote/Hybrid (Overhead & Underground Design)

ExecuPOWER; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Transmission Engineer to join their innovative team. This role involves leading the design of high-voltage transmission lines and collaborating with clients and vendors to ensure compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering, particularly in transmission line design, and will thrive in a remote work environment with minimal oversight. The company values employee growth and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible work schedules and career development opportunities. Join a forward-thinking firm committed to powering the future through exceptional engineering solutions.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Career Growth Opportunities

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Work Schedules

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Healthcare Coverage

Health Savings Account

Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance

Daycare Flexible Savings Account

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in high-voltage transmission line design.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, and GIS software.

Responsibilities

• Lead design deliverables for high-voltage transmission lines.
• Conduct cable selection studies and develop project estimates.

Skills

Transmission Line Design

AutoCAD

MicroStation

GIS Software

Project Management

Time Management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

Asset Suite 8

SAP PM

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

PLS-TOWER

MFAD

LPILE

Pull-Planner

CYMCAP

ETAP

Job description

ExecuPOWER is seeking a Transmission Engineer for a direct, full-time opportunity to join our team. We specialize in providing premium engineering design services to the power transmission and distribution sector, with a focus on overhead and underground transmission lines. This position offers the flexibility of remote work with minimal oversight, allowing you to thrive in a dynamic and growing team.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead the preparation of design deliverables for high-voltage overhead and underground transmission lines.
2. Develop routing, siting, and placement criteria, including manholes, duct bank design, plan and profiles, and ampacity calculations.
3. Conduct cable selection studies, identify routing challenges, and determine riser structure configuration.
4. Collaborate with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components.
5. Develop project estimates, schedules, and evaluate design options to support the client project authorization process.
6. Review and approve drawings and material lists, ensuring accurate entry into the client asset management system.
7. Conduct field visits to verify routing conditions, assess design parameters, and perform factory visits to ensure compliance with material specifications.
8. Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and client safety regulations, including permit requirements and policies.
9. Utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to maintain a safe working environment adhering to ExecuPOWER's and client's highest safety standards.
10. Assist in power restoration efforts as part of the client's natural disaster response program.
11. Perform administrative functions such as preparing technical reports, updating project status reports, and filing timesheets and expense reports in a timely manner.

Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
2. At least 3 years of experience in transmission line design, with a focus on high-voltage transmission systems.
3. Proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, and GIS software.
4. Experience with Asset Suite 8, SAP PM, or equivalent asset management software.
5. Familiarity with NESC, EPRI Green Book, IEC, IEEE, ANSI, and ASCE 7.
6. Proficiency with design tools such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, PLS-TOWER, MFAD, or LPILE.
7. Experience using Pull-Planner for cable tensioning, CYMCAP, and ETAP for electrical modeling.
8. Ability to work remotely with minimal oversight and excellent time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification is a plus.
2. Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain it is preferred.

About ExecuPOWER:

At ExecuPOWER, we are powering the future through partnerships, principles, and passion. As a certified women-owned firm, we deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions to the power industry, specializing in transmission engineering and project management. Our mission is to provide exceptional engineering design services while ensuring project safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

Why Join Us?

We offer comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities, including:

1. Paid Time Off: Paid Holidays, PTO, Summer Hours, and Parental Leave.
2. Career Growth: We have grown over 170% since last year, and expect to grow by 50% in 2024.
3. Tuition Assistance: Support for certifications and continuing education.
4. Flexible Work Schedules: Flexibility to manage your professional and personal time.
5. 401(k) Plan with Company Match.
6. Healthcare Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance.
7. Health Savings Account: With company contributions.
8. Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance.
9. Daycare Flexible Savings Account.

Location: This is a remote position with the ability to work independently, with minimal supervisor oversight in a remote role is also needed.

Apply today to be part of ExecuPOWER, where we lead the power transmission industry with cutting-edge solutions and a commitment to employee growth.