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Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy · Chattanooga, TN · Yesterday
$69k–$100k/yrFull-time

About the role

This Position Will Offer You The Ability To 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.

Responsibilities

  • Conductors, hardware, insulation, structures, foundations, and electrical principles design
  • Structural analysis and design of pole, lattice, framed, and guyed structures
  • Foundation designs
  • 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

Requirements

This position 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.

Qualifications

  • Essential Skills And Experience: 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.
  • Valued But Not Required 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, willingness or ability to solve problems using modern tools: automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.

Skills

Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation is valued but not required. Additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other training in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps you apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems.

Benefits

Award-Winning Benefits

  • 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: $69,298 - $99,644

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.

Equal Opportunity

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.

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