Transmission Line Engineer 1 (Entry-Level) – Grid

Sargent & Lundy; Elkridge (MD); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an entry-level Transmission Line Engineer to design and analyze transmission lines from 69kV to 765kV. Candidates must have a relevant engineering degree and will benefit from a hybrid work arrangement, allowing flexibility between office and remote work. The company offers award-winning benefits, competitive salaries, and significant opportunities for career advancement in the dynamic field of transmission line engineering.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Generous paid time off

401(k) plan

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discount Program

Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time

Flexible Work Arrangements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering is mandatory.
• Internship or co-op experience in related engineering fields.
• Knowledge of transmission line engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Design transmission lines ranging from 69kV to 765kV.
• Conduct structural analyses and foundation designs.
• Model transmission lines and prepare specifications for procurement.

Skills

Proficiency with PLS-CADD

Proficiency with MS Office applications

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge of engineering principles

Education

Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

AutoCAD

Microstation

Job description

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This Position Will Offer You The Ability To Directly Apply Your Knowledge Of Transmission Line Engineering Including, Conductors, Hardware, Insulation, Structures, Foundations And Electrical Principles To

• Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 765kV range.
• Perform structural analysis and design of pole, lattice, framed, and guyed structures.
• Perform foundation designs.
• Perform conductor selection studies, shielding, grounding and induction studies.
• Develop cost estimates and schedules and prepare specifications for the procurement of transmission line materials and construction.
• Specify transmission line components.
• Model transmission lines in PLS-CADD, determine right of way requirements, calculate conductor sags, and develop transmission line plan and profile drawings.
• Review vendor submittals.
  
  

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of spending three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.

Dependent upon your location, this opportunity offers a generous relocation package.

Qualifications

Essential skills and experience:

• This position requires a Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
• Related engineering, internship or co-op work experience.
• Proficiency with PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering principles including basic transmission line engineering.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
  

Valued But Not Required Skills And Experience

• BS or MS from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training.
• Proficiency with any of the following programs: PLS-TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD, ArcGIS, CDEGS, AutoCAD, Microstation.
• Experience in writing and providing support documentation for engineering calculations.
• Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
  
  

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements
  
  

Compensation Range

$59,460.00 - $85,400.00

Awards & Recognition Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Professional Services

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