Transmission Line Engineer_HM

SolveNow Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering firm is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer in Atlanta, GA. The role involves performing detailed transmission design and engineering tasks, modifying project components, and ensuring compliance with various codes. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, along with strong communication and analytical skills. Successful applicants should be detail-oriented and proficient in tools such as AutoCAD and MicroStation. Join a dedicated team that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 3 years of transmission engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• Strong knowledge in standard civil/structural engineering techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform transmission design from conceptual phase to completion.
• Compile calculations for electrical clearances based on codes.
• Research and compile project-related data required by managers.

Skills

Transmission engineering

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

AutoCAD proficiency

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

BIM (Revit)

Job description

About the job Transmission Line Engineer_HM

• Perform transmission design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review transmission components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
• Prepare transmission equipment: packaged equipment specifications and data sheets, Request for Qualifications (RFQ's), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
• Perform economic conductor selection studies, lightning performance and grounding calculations/studies.
• Compile calculations for required electrical clearances based on NESC or other applicable codes and resources. Prepare communications of the interpretation and application of necessary NERC, FERC and regional requirements and standards.
• Applies strong knowledge of commonly used transmission engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the transmission engineering services industry.
• Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers. Compiles studies and reports. Writes specifications.
• Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
• Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
• Performs field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program.
• Or Bachelor of Science in Civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering may be substituted for 1 year experience.
• 3 years of transmission engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• Successful completion (i.e. passing) FE or EIT preferred.
• Strong knowledge in standard civil/structural engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Strong computer skills (e.g. AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD), and/or hydraulic, hydrologic, pavement, transmission analysis programs.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Job Electrical Engineering

Primary Location US-GA-Atlanta

Other Locations US-NC-Charlotte

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 15 % of the Time

Req ID: 231845 Job Hire Type Experienced