Transmission Line Design Engineer

ReNuke Services Inc; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ReNuke Services Inc. seeks a Transmission Line Design Engineer IV for a Duke Energy project in Charlotte, NC. This full-time hybrid role requires strong design capability for transmission lines, 8+ years of engineering experience and PE licensure.

You will analyze routing, sizing, and support structures, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver compliant, cost-effective designs. Responsibilities include leading detailed design efforts, evaluating alternatives, and providing

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from ABET-accredited program; PE licensure.
• 8+ years of engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer licensure.
• Experience in the utility industry.
• Proficient in transmission line design theories and principles.
• Proficient with transmission line design software: PLS-CADD, PLS-TOWER, PLS-POLE, MFAD.
• Familiar with applicable design codes and standards.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in project management fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Provides engineering/technical expertise in transmission line design; analyzes scenarios and performs design calculations.
• Provides guidance in identification, analysis and resolution of complex TL design problems.
• Prepares reports, calculations and drawings; suggests process improvements and standards.
• Conducts studies and manages projects with minimal oversight; designs and maintains systems with moderate impact.
• Ensures achievement of TL projects and business goals through planning, estimating, and monitoring work.
• Makes informed decisions affecting major projects or department results.
• Develops positive working relationships to coordinate work activities.
• Maintains records and communicates effectively.

Skills

Transmission line design

Engineering principles

Project management

Written and oral communication

Collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited engineering program

Professional Engineer (PE) licensure

Master's degree in engineering (in lieu of BS)

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-TOWER

PLS-POLE

MFAD

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ReNuke Services is seeking a Transmission Line Design Engineer IV for our client's site in Charlotte, NC!

Description:

• Full time, hybrid, 3 days/week in office/field
• Personal vehicle will be driven, mileage reimbursed

Distribution expereince will NOT transfer over for this role

Manager is looking for minimum of two years experience in Transmission Line Design.

This position provides design, engineering and technical expertise for transmission lines and will primarily support the Duke Energy - Carolinas West region. Applicants must be familiar with Transmission Line engineering theories and principles. Applicants are expected to have advanced skills and the ability to work independently, with guidance limited to unusual or complex projects or issues. They are fully competent in the use of engineering concepts and procedures. They identify problems, develop solutions and take actions to resolve issues.

Basic Requirements

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or state registration as a Professional Engineer. A Master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree.
• Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer Licensure
• Experience in the utility industry.
• Proficient in transmission line design theories and principles.
• Proficient with transmission line design software; e.g PLS-CADD, PLS-TOWER, PLS-POLE, MFAD, etc.
• Proficient in engineering theories and applying engineering principles to solve problems.
• Familiarity with applicable design codes and standards
• Proficient in practices of researching solutions, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting those recommendations.
• Ability to collaborate with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in principles of project management.

Duties and Responsibilities:

With very Minimal Supervision

• Provides engineering/technical expertise in the area of transmission line design. Analyzes scenarios, evaluates options, and performs design calculations to comply with design standards, applicable codes and sound engineering practices. Responsibilities include support of transmission line routing/siting, creating conceptual designs and cost estimates, preforming detailed design including structure, foundation, and electrical design for transmission line projects. Responsibilities also include providing construction support, oversight and other similar activities.
• Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of complex problems in area of Transmission Line design.
• Prepares thorough and accurate job packages, technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and drawings. Conducts analysis and recommends process enhancements and design standards relative to area of assignment.
• Con-ducts engineering and related studies; completes non-routine engineering projects with minimal oversight with the ability to independently manage project schedules and interfaces; competent to design, operate and maintain systems with moderate impact on existing systems.
• Ensures accomplishment of transmission line projects and overall business goals through effective planning, organizing, estimating, execution and monitoring of work activities. Effectively handles differing situations which require developing creative solutions with area of expertise. Modifies designs to address construction issues, environmental circumstances and public concerns. Assists construction in troubleshooting and problem resolution and provides on-site support.
• Makes informed decisions that may impact major projects or business/department results.
• Possesses and applies the fundamental engineering concepts, practices and procedures; proficient in technical and analytical competencies necessary to handle assignments of increasing complexity.
• Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities.
• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Maintains accurate records and files.