Transmission Line Designer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 58,930 - 87,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Paid Vacation

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

An engineering design firm in Chattanooga is seeking a skilled designer with experience in transmission line drafting. The candidate will work in a collaborative environment, utilizing AutoCAD and potentially MicroStation, while enjoying a hybrid work schedule offering flexibility. Strong attention to detail and communication skills are essential in this role. The firm offers comprehensive benefits, highlighting their commitment to employee satisfaction and wellness.

Qualifications

• 6 or more years experience in design/drafting of Transmission Lines.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.

Responsibilities

• Develop transmission line plans and profile drawings.
• Create master sketches to scale showing relations to existing facilities.
• Interpret engineering specifications and collaborate with engineering staff.

Skills

Proficient in AutoCAD

Strong communication skills

Ability to visualize parts in 3D

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking abilities

Education

Associate’s Degree in drafting

High school diploma with drafting coursework

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Overview

Description

This position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your design skills, while working in a multi-disciplined team environment with other Electrical and Structural designers and/or engineers in the development of transmission/distribution line drawings/designs.

You will have the opportunity to apply your computer-aided drafting/design skills, while receiving hands-on training in 3D design software environments, such as AutoCAD 3D and/or MicroStation.

Some of your responsibilities will include the development of transmission line plans and profile drawings, transmission/distribution line hardware details, material lists, and grounding details.

You will be involved in creating master sketches to scale showing relation of proposed installations to existing facilities and exact specifications and dimensions. In preparing your drawings, you will confer directly with engineering staff in interpreting input from a variety of sources, such as engineering specifications, weight and volume calculations, and stress factors.

You may accompany and assist other project team members on walkdowns at client facilities to gather information for your design project.

While interfacing with vendors and construction contractors, you may be given the opportunity to explain your drawings so appropriate design adjustments can be made.

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Develop transmission line plans and profile drawings, hardware details, material lists, and grounding details.

• Create master sketches to scale showing relationships to existing facilities with exact specifications and dimensions.

• Interpret input from engineering specifications, weight and volume calculations, and stress factors in collaboration with engineering staff.

• Participate in site walkdowns with project team members to gather information.

• Interface with vendors and construction contractors to discuss drawings and implement design adjustments as needed.

Qualifications

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

• An Associate’s Degree in drafting, or a high school diploma and 1 or more years drafting coursework or equivalent technical experience.

• Must be proficient in AutoCAD.

• 6 or more years experience in design/drafting of Transmission Lines.

• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, drawings, and models.

• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.

• Ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of the computer.

• Ability to multi-task from project to project.

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).

• Attention to detail.

• Valued but not required skills and experience: Experience using Microstation, PLS-CADD, AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or GIS software.

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

Compensation Range

$58,930.00 - $87,460.00

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.

Job Details

City: Chattanooga

State: TN

Country: United States

Area of Interest: Design and Drafting

Type: Full Time - Regular

Job ID: 2025-17912

Business Group: Grid Group

Department: Transmission Line Design