Transmission Line Engineer

Dashiell; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dashiell is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer to perform engineering work with a focus on transmission line design for 34.5kV to 500kV. The position may be titled Design Engineer II, Engineer, Project Engineer, or Senior Project Engineer based on experience and knowledge.

The role is based in our Madison, WI office and reports to the Supervising Engineer. Required is a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering and 6+ years of hands-on line design experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• 6+ years of hands-on transmission line design experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer or ability to obtain licensure within 1 year.
• Experience in EPC environments and familiarity with design standards.

Responsibilities

• Generate cost effective designs for high voltage transmission lines.
• Represent the Engineering department in inter-department meetings.
• Attend meetings with customers to support Sales and engineers.
• Monitor progress to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
• Ability to work independently on transmission line engineering tasks.
• Ensure projects meet quality and schedule objectives.
• Travel for short periods as required.

Skills

Transmission line design

Communication skills

Engineering knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer license

Tools

PLS-CADD

Job description

Dashiell is a leading national provider of technical services to the electric utility, power generation, industrial, renewable and energy industries. These services include planning and systems studies, design and engineering, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC projects. Built on 50 years of experience handling large scale complex projects; Dashiell is unique in that we are a turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing company that specializes in medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure. More information about Dashiell can be found at www.dashiell.com.

Primary Function

The Transmission Line Engineer will performengineering work with a focus on transmission line design including both civil and electrical practices. Requires knowledge of transmission systems from 34.5kV to 500kV with familiarity with basic principles related to line design and practices related to this specialization. Successful candidates may be placed in job titles ranging from Design Engineer II, Engineer, Project Engineer, or Senior Project Engineer based upon experience and knowledge in the field.The position will be based in our Madison, Wisconsinoffice located at 2908 Marketplace Drive Suite 100Fitchburg, WI 53719and will report to Dashiell’s Supervising Engineer.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Generate cost effective designs for high voltage electrical transmission lines
• Represent the Engineering department and participate in inter-department meetings
• Attend meetings with customers as needed to support the Sales department and the engineers
• Monitor team progress and activities to ensure projects remain on schedule, within budget and exceed customer expectations
• Able to perform transmission line engineering work independently.
• Balance innovation and standardization of work processes
• Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer level individuals will ensure that projects meet quality and schedule objectives
• Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by assignments
• Other duties as required

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

Bachelor degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university. Knowledge and demonstrated experience in transmission line design; successful candidates will have at least 6 years; experience in transmission line design with more senior level positions requiring 10 years or more in hands on design. Must be a licensed professional engineer with ability to become licensed in multiple states or must be able to gain license within one year of hire.

• Minimum 6 years experience in actual hands on design work as it relates to transmission line design
• Experience in preparing cost effective designs in EPC environment
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge and understanding of transmission engineering, including routing issues, conductor selection, structure determination, plan and profile development, material takeoffs, etc.
• Knowledge and understanding of substation structures, foundations, and site development issues
• Knowledge of common engineering application software, particularly such tools as PLS-CADD
• Knowledge and understanding of engineering standards including NESC, IEEE, ASCE, ACI and ANSI that apply to transmission design
• Extensive knowledge of design documents and drawings necessary for a complete a project

Physical Requirements

• This position requires minimal physical effort.
• Must be able to endure prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer for a minimum of 8 hours a day
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will primarily work indoors, with occasional outdoor exposure to year around weather conditions and noise.
• Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%)
• Working extended hours, including weekends, may be required periodically.
• May occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions as defined per Company policy

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

Dashiell Corporation provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. The Company provides life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long term disability insurance, and an employee assistance plan at no cost to the employee. Benefit offerings also include a choice of traditional PPO or one of two HDHPs, with corresponding FSA or HSA, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, a 401(k) with immediate vesting, and more!

Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. No third-party recruiters, please.