Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid
Work Location
This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week at the Sargent & Lundy office in Peachtree Corners, GA.
About the Role
Directly apply your knowledge of transmission line engineering including conductors, hardware, insulation, structures, foundations, and electrical principles to design transmission lines in the 69kV to 765kV range. Perform structural analysis and design of pole, lattice, framed, and guyed structures. Perform foundation designs. Perform conductor selection studies, shielding, grounding, and induction studies. Develop cost estimates and schedules and prepare specifications for the procurement of transmission line materials and construction. Specify transmission line components. Model transmission lines in PLS-CADD, determine right of way requirements, calculate conductor sags, and develop transmission line plan and profile drawings. Review vendor submittals.
Qualifications
- Requires a degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
- Related engineering, internship, or co-op work experience.
- Proficiency with PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE.
- 1 or more years of related experience in transmission line engineering.
- Knowledge of the practical application of engineering principles including basic transmission line engineering.
- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
- Proficiency with MS Office applications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training.
- Proficiency with any of the following programs: PLS-TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD, ArcGIS, CDEGS, AutoCAD, Microstation.
- 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.
Valued but Not Required Skills and Experience
- Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation.
- Additional learning in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems.
Benefits
At Sargent & Lundy, we offer award-winning benefits including:
- Comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off.
- Back-up daycare, FSA/HSA, and pre-tax commuter account.
- Merit scholarship program, employee discount program, corporate charitable giving program, and tuition assistance.
- First professional licensure bonus, employee referral bonus, and flexible work arrangements.
- A competitive compensation range with a base salary or hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package.
- Yearly discretionary bonus eligibility.
We are committed to equal opportunity employment and provide a culture of diversity and inclusion.