Entry Level Transmission Line Design Engineer

POWER Engineers; Masilonyana Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting engineering firm is seeking an Entry-Level Transmission Line Design Engineer for their operations in South Africa. The role involves assisting with technical tasks and documentation for various projects, focusing on transmission line design. Candidates should have a BSCE or related degree and strong communication skills. Competitive compensation and development opportunities are included.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Holidays

Vacation/Paid Sick Leave

Voluntary Life Insurance

401K

Telehealth Benefit covers all providers

Maternity and Paternity Leave

New Dads and Moms Benefit program

Fertility Benefits

Gender affirming care

Responsibilities

• Provide local technical assistance for various projects.
• Generate accurate documentation regarding project aspects.
• Involved in transmission line design for upgrades and new lines.

Skills

Strong command of the English language

Good written and oral communication skills

Experience using Microsoft Office

Education

BSCE (Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering)

Job description

Entry‑Level Transmission Line Design Engineer – This Opportunity

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full‑Time Early Career Civil Engineer for our Baton Rouge office. Be involved in projects with our Power Delivery Fort Worth Overhead Transmission Line Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact

Takes part in providing local technical assistance for the due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects in the public and private sector. Tasks may include basic assistance with the research, design, concept development, and construction of transmission and distribution substations, power distribution, power regulation, renewable energy, as well as protection and control systems in a wide variety of contexts (utilities, transportation, building, and Federal, State, and local government projects). Generates accurate and concise documentation regarding assigned aspects of the project. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality. The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of transmission line design for new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber optic additions.

Who You Are – Required Qualifications

• BSCE (Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering) or related degree from an accredited university
• The candidate must have strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills in order to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel
• Experience using the Microsoft Office software suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 2.75 Grade Point Average (GPA)
• Ideal coursework includes structural analysis, concrete design, steel design, soil mechanics, foundation design and surveying
• Previous engineering design or drafting work experience, especially if related to civil and/or structural engineering, is desirable
• Engineer In Training (EIT) registration is desired

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, POWER and WSP’s 73,900 experts create positive, long‑lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects.

At POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

Our compensation package includes competitive compensation, professional development, and a full benefit package:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation/Paid Sick Leave
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K
• Telehealth Benefit covers all providers
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• New Dads and Moms Benefit program
• Fertility Benefits
• Gender affirming care

We are a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!

POWER is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities.