Transmission Line Engineer focus on Renewable Energy Projects (Wind, Solar, & BESS)

Mesa Associates; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Transmission Line Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects in power delivery, focusing on renewable energy solutions. As part of a collaborative environment, you will apply your engineering expertise to develop design standards and ensure quality in all deliverables. With a commitment to professional development and a strong safety culture, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the engineering field. Take the next step in your career and energize your future with this exciting opportunity!

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressively responsible transmission experience required.
• Professional Engineer license required with ability to obtain multi-state licensure.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Design Team to complete tasks under tight schedules.
• Apply engineering principles to produce accurate calculations and designs.

Skills

Engineering Calculations

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

PDT - TL2 / Power Delivery Transmission and Distribution

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Mesa seeks a Transmission Line Engineer with the following skills, knowledge and abilities:

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Engineer is responsible for:

• Collaboration with the Design Team to ensure assigned tasks are completed on time under aggressive project schedules.
• Applying intermediate engineering principles to produce accurate and precise calculations and design deliverables.
• Knowledgeable of transmission and distribution materials associated with basic and intermediate project designs.
• Ability to develop transmission line design standards or custom designs supporting renewable energy clients.
• Utilizing design software to create designs that are compliant with all codes and client standards.
• Performs material selection and takeoffs for basic and intermediate project designs.
• Review and understand project specifications, requirements, and standards.
• Coordinate with other team members to ensure design intent is transferred to the design drawings.
• Establishes, promotes, and assures quality on all projects and work performed.
• Provide quality workmanship for all projects and work performed.
• Supports a safety culture within group and demonstrates safe work practices into designs.
• May provide limited technical oversight on basic project tasks.
• Helping Engineering Associates as needed.

The Engineer is accountable for:

• Performing engineering calculations for basic designs, intermediate designs, and transmission standards.
• Quality of work assignments.
• Meeting deadlines set by the Project Manager and/or Project Lead.
• Following up on construction issues in support of the engineering team to resolve problems and concerns in a timely manner.
• Performing work within the scope of a project - meeting timelines and cost projections and reports discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Checking or reviewing basic designs with a high attention to detail.

The Engineer has the authority to:

• Make engineering recommendations to higher-level Engineers for review.
• Support projects, when required, to ensure schedules, work scopes, and budgets meet the clients’ and Mesa’s expectations.
• Identify quality or technical performance issues.
• Provide suggestions to improve performance.
• Identify Safety related issues.
• Make recommendations on discrepancies found during the check and reviewing process.
• Create transmission line standards or custom designs in support of renewable energy projects.

COMPETENCIES

The Engineer must have the following competencies:

• Ability to identify, analyze, and solve technical problems related to transmission systems.
• Ability to perform engineering calculations needed to support basic designs, intermediate designs, and transmission line standards.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in engineering and design work.
• Intermediate proficiency in AutoCAD and other drafting software.
• Great interpersonal skills and aptitude for developing a working relationship with the entire design team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to work with others.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to develop, promote, and comply with Mesa Safety requirements.
• Ability to identify quality issues and comply with Mesa’s quality requirements.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Four-year Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering required.
• Minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible transmission experience required.
• Experience with renewable energy projects is required.
• Professional Engineer license is required with the ability to obtain multi-state licensure.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Traveling, as required, to ensure all project requirements and deliverables are met.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS

• Normal office environment. Position may require extended hours with occasional local and out-of-town travel.

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