Transmission Line Engineer

Electrical Consultants, Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Continued professional education reimbursement

Professional education reimbursement

Job summary

A leading power engineering consultant firm is looking for transmission line engineers in New York. Responsibilities include designing and supporting transmission lines, collaborating with clients, and ensuring quality assurance throughout projects. Candidates should have a degree in engineering, with 2+ years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills. A hybrid work model is available.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of design engineering experience, or a combination with education.
• Ability to meet fast-paced project schedules.
• Preferably holds a PE license or works towards licensure.

Responsibilities

• Design new and upgraded transmission lines.
• Create project scope documents and specifications.
• Coordinate with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Design engineering

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science or Master’s degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD software

Job description

Locations: Augusta, ME; Austin, TX; Billings, MT; Boise, ID; Centennial, CO; Chesapeake, VA; Chesterfield, MO; Cranford, NJ; Cumberland, ME; Edmond, OK; Fairfield, OH; Green Bay, WI; Henderson, NV; Jenks, OK; Madison, WI; Mankato, MN; Ontario, CA; Orlando, FL; Phoenix, AZ; Portland, OR; Pullman, WA; Raleigh, NC; San Antonio, TX; San Diego, CA; Tacoma, WA; Tucson, AZ; Waipahu, HI; Woods Cross, UT; Wyomissing, PA

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consultant firm that provides engineering, system planning and studies, technical consultation, project management, surveying, environmental planning, commissioning/testing and construction services to electric utilities, energy developers and industrials throughout the U.S. ECI’s experience includes system voltages from 4.16 kV through 765 kV.

ECI has immediate openings for transmission line engineers at any of the locations identified above. A hybrid work model with the option to work from home is possible.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include the conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new and upgraded transmission lines, including material procurement and construction support through line energization. The successful candidate will work under the direction and mentorship of a senior level engineer to develop design calculations, detail drawings, specifications, and other documents for the construction of power line facilities. Specific responsibilities include:

• Creating project scope documents
• Finite element design modeling using PLS-CADD software
• Engineering design of structures and foundations
• Developing loading, framing, foundation, and plan & profile drawing sets
• Creating staking sheets, sag charts, and other construction exhibits
• Producing material and construction specifications
• Performing other design tasks as needed
• Assisting with the planning and execution of best-in-class projects
• Coordinating with clients and stakeholders
• Training and mentoring design staff
• Project quality assurance and oversight of designers, drafters, and support staff

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
• 2+ years of design engineering experience, project engineering experience, or an acceptable combination of education and experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organization and planning skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Commitment to quality and accuracy
• Willingness to meet fast‑paced project schedules
• Preferably a PE license or commitment to progress toward PE licensure
• Fundamental knowledge of transmission engineering principles and applicable codes, standards, and design tools
• Experience with basic project management execution skills and ability to oversee and direct design personnel on a project team is a plus
• Occasional travel/driving required; subject to client‑mandated drug and background checking
• Applicants must not require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan
• Paid vacation, personal days and holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Continued professional education reimbursement

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) employs over 850 engineers, designers, project managers, surveyors, ROW agents, environmental planners, construction professionals and support staff in 37 offices across the U.S.

An Equal Opportunity Employer