Transmission Project Engineer

Electrical Consultants, Inc.; Woods Cross (UT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Flexible spending account

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

Job summary

Electrical Consultants, Inc. is looking for a Transmission Project Engineer in Woods Cross, UT. The role involves leading project teams in the design of transmission lines including calculations, drawings, and specifications.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Civil Engineering and has over 6 years of relevant experience. Benefits include medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of project and design engineering experience, or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• Expertise in applicable codes, standards, and design tools.
• Willingness to meet client-mandated travel/driving and drug/background checks.

Responsibilities

• Create project scope documents.
• Perform finite element design modeling using PLS-CADD software.
• Direct design personnel and oversee project quality assurance.
• Assist Project Manager in planning and executing projects.

Skills

Project management execution skills

Communication skills

Teamwork orientation

Knowledge of transmission engineering principles

Education

Bachelor of Science or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

Job description

ECI provides engineering, system planning, technical consultation, project management, surveying, environmental planning, commissioning/testing and construction services to electric utilities and energy developers throughout the U.S. Our experience spans system voltages from 4.16 kV through 765 kV.

ECI has an immediate opening for a Transmission Project Engineer in Woods Cross, UT. The successful candidate will work under the direction and mentorship of a Senior Engineer or Project Manager to direct a project team in the development of design calculations, detailed drawings, specifications, and other construction documents for power line facilities.

Responsibilities

The role includes the conceptual, preliminary, and final detailed design of new and upgraded transmission lines. Specific duties 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 construction exhibits
• Producing material and construction specifications
• Performing other design tasks as needed
• Assisting the Project Manager in planning and executing best‑in‑class projects, including client and stakeholder coordination, training and mentoring of design staff, quality assurance, and oversight of Design Engineers, Designers, Drafters and support staff

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering
• 6+ years of project and design engineering experience, or an acceptable combination of education and experience
• Advanced knowledge of transmission engineering principles
• Expertise in applicable codes, standards, and design tools
• Basic project management execution skills and ability to oversee and direct design personnel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organization and planning skills
• Team‑work oriented with ability to meet fast‑paced project schedules
• Willingness to meet client‑mandated travel/driving and drug/background checks
• PE license preferred

Applicants must not require current or future employment‑visa sponsorship.

Salary & Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience and education.

• 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

An Equal Opportunity Employer