Transmission Line Engineer

Shelby American, Inc.; Northville (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer to oversee the design and coordination of high voltage transmission line projects. The successful candidate will apply engineering standards and work on infrastructure replacement and capacity projects. This role involves collaboration with clients, preparing crucial documentation, and ensuring site support, offering a competitive compensation package including comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.

Benefits

Medical benefits package

401(k) plan with employer match

Group term life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in design of electric utility transmission systems.
• EIT or PE certification is desirable.
• Experience with TOWER and LPILE or FAD is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of medium/high voltage (40kv-230kV) transmission lines using PLS-CADD.
• Prepare construction documents and provide field support during construction.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and provide technical leadership.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Job description

Description

Metro Engineering Solutions, LLC (“MES”) is looking for a Transmission Line Engineer to join our team! MES is a multifaceted utility and telecommunications engineering firm serving clients throughout the Midwest. The Transmission Line Engineer is responsible for leading the design and coordination for all aspects of work related to Line design between 40kv-230kV. You 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.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES• Design of medium and high voltage (40kv-230kV) transmission lines using PLS-CADD.
• Prepare construction documents including plan and profile drawings, structure loading trees, and foundation assembly drawings.
• Prepare specifications and project design criteria.
• Provide field support during construction.
• The ideal candidate will be able to build and maintain strong relationships with clients as well as provide technical leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff members.
• Occasional travel to client and project locations will be expected.
• Other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to travel and/or work in the field as needed.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
• Medical benefits package that includes medical & prescription coverage, dental, and vision plans for employees and their qualifying family members (eligible after 90 days employment), which is 100% covered by the employer.
• Retirement benefits including a 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer match (eligible after 6 months of employment), which is 100% fully vested on day one.
• Group term life insurance and long-term disability offered to eligible employees.
• Additional voluntary benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability, HFSA and DCA, Life and AD&D) offered to eligible employees.
• Holiday pay as well as PTO available after 90 days of employment. Additional PTO vesting over time.
• Employee Assistance Program including counseling, coaching and financial resources.

Metro Engineering Solutions, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering with three (3) + years of relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems
• Master’s degree may be substituted for 1 year experience.
• Experience using PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• 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