Transmission Line Engineer

AtkinsRealis USA Inc.; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Company-paid life and disability

Employer-matched 401(k)

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid Time Off

Leaves of absences options

Flexible work options

Recognition programs

Employee assistance program

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis USA Inc. seeks a Transmission Line Engineer for our Rochester, NY and Binghamton, NY offices. You will design 12 kV–500 kV overhead lines and 12 kV–230 kV underground systems, perform feasibility studies, and prepare cost estimates and tender documents.

Required: BS in Electrical Engineering, 2–5 years of transmission design, PLS-CADD/PLS-POLE/PLS-TOWER proficiency, and US code familiarity. P.E. registration preferred or eligible within 1–2 years.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering required.
• P.E. registration preferred or eligible to obtain within 1–2 years.
• 2–5 years transmission line design experience.
• Technical acuity in T&D engineering required.
• Proficient with PLS software suite (PLS-CADD/PLS-POLE/PLS-TOWER).
• Experience with transmission tower structural analysis and GIS (ArcGIS) is a plus.
• Familiar with US codes, standards, and regulations for transmission line design.
• Experience with thermal upgrading and line condition assessments is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Detail design of 12 kV to 500 kV overhead transmission line projects from concept through construction.
• Detail design of underground transmission lines from 12 kV to 230 kV.
• Conduct feasibility and planning studies.
• Prepare planning and detailed project cost estimates (engineering, materials, construction).
• Prepare construction and material specifications and scope documents for tenders and contracts.
• Coordinate with disciplines, review others' work, and interface with permitting/regulatory bodies.
• Perform field reviews during construction.
• Capable of taking on a project engineer role when needed.

Skills

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

PLS-TOWER

ArcGIS

Transmission design

T&D Engineering

Regulatory knowledge US

Foundation design

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description Overview

We are seeking a Transmission Line Engineer to join our client's office in Rochester, NY and Binghamton, NY.

Your role

• Detailed design and engineering of 12 kV to 500 kV overhead transmission line projects from conceptual design through to construction.
• Detailed design of underground transmission line projects from 12 kV to 230 kV.
• Conduct feasibility and planning studies.
• Prepare planning and detailed project cost estimates including engineering, materials, and construction.
• Prepare construction and material specifications and scope documents for construction tenders and contracts.
• Coordinate with various disciplines, review work of other engineers and technologists.
• Interface with permitting agencies and regulatory bodies.
• Perform field reviews of work during construction.
• Ability to take on a project engineer role as required.

About you

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• P.E. registration is preferred or eligible to obtain a P.E. within a year or two.
• 2-5 years transmission lines design experience.
• Technical acuity in T&D Engineering is required.
• Ability to inform design process based on previous experience with similar projects.
• Strong proficiency using PLS software suite; PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE and PLS-TOWER.
• Transmission structure foundation design experience is an asset, including direct embed and concrete pier foundation design.
• Experience using GIS software packages like ArcGIS is an asset.
• Experience with transmission tower structural analysis is an asset.
• Familiar with applicable codes, standards, and regulations applicable to transmission line design in the United States.
• Experience with thermal upgrading and line condition assessments is strongly desired.

Rewards & Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits
• Employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid Time Off
• Leaves of absences options
• Flexible work options
• Recognition and employee satisfaction programs
• Employee assistance program
• Voluntary benefits

About AtkinsRéalis

AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems.

We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital. News and information are available at Atkinsrealis or follow us on LinkedIn.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $75,000 - $105,000 annually hourly depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please review AtkinsRéalis’ Equal Opportunity Statement here.

Accommodation Statement

AtkinsRéalis is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Requests for accommodation will be considered in accordance with applicable law.

Job Type

Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular

Locations

Rochester, NY and Binghamton, NY.