Transmission Line Engineer

Leidos Inc; Colorado Springs (CO); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer to work on high-voltage electric transmission design projects. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering and relevant experience. Responsibilities include engineering analyses, preparing specifications, and coordinating project work. This position offers remote work options for qualified candidates based in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 2+ years relevant design experience with Bachelor's; 1+ years with Master's.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bidding documents and construction plans for transmission line projects.
• Apply engineering standards in overhead and underground system design.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams and interface with clients.

Skills

Engineering analyses

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

AutoCAD

Mathcad

MicroStation

Job description

Overview

Description We are seeking a Transmission Line Engineer who will work as a member of a dynamic team working in a fast-paced environment, solving challenging problems involved with electric transmission.

The successful candidate will serve as an Engineer on electric transmission line design projects for extra high-voltage (EHV) overhead and underground systems for some of the largest utilities in the country. This employee will apply NESC, ASCE, ACI and other applicable standards in the engineering and design of electrical overhead and underground systems, voltage conversion projects, new capacity projects, and infrastructure replacement projects. Additionally, he/she will perform engineering analyses, prepare bidding documents, draft plans and specifications, and prepare material procurement and construction documents.

This will involve working with a multi-person Leidos team and interfacing with clients, project planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management personnel.

Work Location: Ideally, the candidate will reside in either Colorado or Minnesota to work remotely, but all qualified candidates residing in the U.S. will be considered.

EEO Statement: Leidos is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering analyses, prepare bidding documents, draft plans and specifications, and prepare material procurement and construction documents for electric transmission line projects.
• Apply NESC, ASCE, ACI and other applicable standards in the engineering and design of electrical overhead and underground systems, voltage conversion projects, and infrastructure replacement projects.
• Coordinate with a multi-disciplinary Leidos team and interface with clients, project planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management personnel.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering
• Experience using PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE
• 2+ years of relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems with a Bachelor's, or 1+ years experience with a Master's degree
• Work effectively in a team environment; can also work independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with clients and project teams
• Work in a client office is a possibility and/or periodic travel may be required

Desired Experience

• Experience with TOWER is a plus
• EIT or PE certification is desirable
• Experience with LPILE or FAD, Mathcad, AutoCAD or MicroStation, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a plus

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