Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 69,298 - 99,644; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

Paid Vacation

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is looking for a Transmission Line Engineer in Chicago, IL. This hybrid role involves designing and analyzing transmission lines, requiring a BS in engineering and proficiency in PLS-CADD.

Candidate should have at least two years of experience in transmission line engineering. The compensation ranges between $69,298 and $99,644, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Two or more years related experience in transmission line engineering.
• Related engineering, internship or co-op work experience.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles.

Responsibilities

• Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 765kV range.
• Model transmission lines in PLS-CADD.
• Perform structural analysis and design.

Skills

Transmission line engineering

Structural analysis

Communication skills

Proficiency with PLS-CADD

Engineering principles

Education

BS degree from ABET-accredited program

Tools

PLS-POLE

MS Office

AutoCAD

MATLAB

Job description

Overview

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Work Arrangement

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend 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

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential Skills and Experience

• This position requires a BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Two or more years related experience in transmission line 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

• 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.

AI & Automation

In this role, we expect people to be willing or able to solve problems using modern tools.

• You are expected to take engineering problems from issue to solution using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost‑effective designs.
• Many engineers in these roles build or use automation to create calculations, summarize technical documents, or draft design documentation, including appropriate use of agentic AI tools, with strong engineering judgment and verification of results.
• Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation is valued but not required.
• We also value additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other training in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps you apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems.

Benefits

• 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

$69,298 - $99,644

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well‑being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

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.