Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid
About the role
This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.
Responsibilities
- Apply and expand your knowledge of underground transmission line engineering, including routing, duct bank configurations, manhole placement, and electrical principles to design underground transmission lines for voltages up to 500kV.
- Support project teams to develop cost analyses, design criteria, routing, siting, and routing challenges, and placement of manholes for underground transmission lines.
- Support development of physical design including duct bank layouts, trenchless designs, cable pulling calculations, and development of drawing packages.
- Support cable selection studies, determine bonding schemes, perform ampacity calculations.
- Develop riser structure configurations and structural loading.
- Develop specifications including cable procurement, duct bank installation, trenchless installation, and general construction specifications.
- Cook up other engineers, designers, and drafters.
Qualifications
- A BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
- Experience with cable tensioning calculations and/or software.
- 2 or more years of experience on underground transmission projects.
- Experience with XLPE cable design.
- Preparation of specifications for installation and procurement of underground transmission line materials and components.
- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
- Proficiency with MS Office applications.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
Skills
- Experience with CYMCAP.
- Experience with High Pressure Gas Filled or High-Pressured Fluid Filled pipe type cable systems and associated equipment.
- Experience with underground distribution or low voltage cable systems.
- Willingness or ability to solve problems using modern tools like 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 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.
Awards & Recognition
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.