Senior Transmission Line Engineer 1 - Grid

About the role

This Position Will Offer You The Ability To Apply And Expand Your Knowledge Of Transmission Line Engineering Including, Conductors, Hardware, Insulation, Structures, Foundations And Electrical Principles To Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 500kV range. Responsibility for cost analyses, development of design criteria, routing and siting of transmission lines. Responsibility for conductor selection studies, shielding, grounding and induction studies. Work with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components. Direct a small project team. The Position Will Also Offer You The Opportunity To Work with experienced engineers and mentor less experienced staff. Work with a diverse client base and interact with the client and other project teams. Occasional travel for site visits and client meetings. Develop proposals and cost estimates for new work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cost analyses, develop design criteria, route and site transmission lines.
• Select conductors, perform shielding, grounding, and induction studies.
• Work with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components.
• Direct a small project team.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers and mentor less experienced staff.
• Interact with diverse client base and other project teams.
• Occasionally travel for site visits and client meetings.
• Develop proposals and cost estimates for new work.

Qualifications

• A degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Proficiency with PLS-CADD software to review transmission line models.
• 5 or more years of experience as a member of a project team in diverse transmission assignments that include code requirements, cost estimate development, schedule creation and coordination, and liaison with construction and installation.
• Knowledge to verify/review right of way requirements, conductor sags/tensions, transmission line plan and profile drawings and construction documents.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
• 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.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail.

Skills

• Current PE license or ability to obtain one within one year.
• Experience in developing engineering proposals and cost estimates.
• Experience with scheduling.
• Proficiency with any of the following programs: PLS-TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD, ArcGIS, CDEGS, AutoCAD, MicroStation.
• AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy: Willingness or ability to lead others who use modern tools to set expectations for using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.

Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024. Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance 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 $84,762 - $129,498 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.

EEO Statement

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.