Transmission Engineer IV

TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, TRC and WSP’s 83,000 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for communities and clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. The firm combines science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions, from pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, and security solutions.

About the role

The Transmission Engineer IV will function as the responsible engineer on assigned Transmission Line Projects, providing overall project coordination and civil/structural technical leadership for project teams. This role also includes providing technical guidance and training to junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering work using intensive knowledge and experience in evaluating, selecting, modifying, and applying standard techniques, procedures, and criteria for projects of varying size and high complexity, including:
  • Preliminary design, budgetary estimating, and scheduling
  • Detailed design, estimating, and scheduling
  • Equipment specification, proposal evaluation, and requisitioning
  • Engineering calculations to assure safety and performance of equipment and systems
  • Selection and application of appropriate engineering matters, equipment, and systems
  • Interdisciplinary interface for constructability and conformance to project requirements
  • Coordinating design engineering and equipment delivery to meet construction schedules
  • Acquisition of on-site measurements and other data to accomplish design or evaluate equipment performance
• Check completed jobs for quality, adequacy of design, and documentation
• Create and/or present training materials for junior staff
• Assist in standard process development and template creation for efficiency in design
• Monitor the construction of various electrical systems to ensure compliance with plans and specifications, including:
  • Monitoring construction work for conformance with plans and specifications
  • Ensuring compliance with applicable engineering and construction codes and practices
  • Monitoring construction schedules to ensure timely completion
  • Directing changes to the work as requested by the Project Engineer
  • Aiding in evaluation and approval of contractor's invoices
  • Aiding in receiving, inspection, and approval of equipment and materials
  • Acting as Project Engineer on projects of moderate to large size and complexity
• Perform complex studies and economic analyses of engineering alternatives
• Prepare reports and feasibility studies for submission to Management
• Provide budget and schedule information to the Project Manager and Management
• Serve as Project Engineer on assigned projects
• Be proficient with the Company’s design, construction, QA/QC, and safety standards, and document control system
• Apply national and local standards (e.g., ANSI/IEEE, National Electric Safety Code, ASTM, AIC)
• Promote complete and accurate record keeping and ensure the quality of all work performed
• Stay informed of current developments in areas of responsibility
• Assist in the professional development, training, and evaluation of department personnel
• Travel to support work as required
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or equivalent
• 8+ years of experience in the transmission engineering field
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred
• Proficiency with Power Line and Structure modeling for computer-aided design, including:
  • PLS-CADD and associated modules (POLE, TOWER)
  • Excel
  • MFAD or Lpile
  • NESC
• Knowledge of ACI, ASCE Pole manual, and AISC Steel manual preferred
• Familiarity with industry codes, standards, and practices for electric utility work
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to lead
• Attention to detail

Benefits

• Competitive benefit package including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance
  • 401k package with both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match
  • Paid time off contingent upon full-time or part-time status and seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year)
  • Minimum of 8 paid holidays per year for full-time employees
  • Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with state laws
• Eligibility for participation in the Company’s annual Discretionary Bonus Program, contingent on performance

Pay

Salary range: USD $117,000.00 – USD $169,000.00 per year.