Design Engineer - Transmission Line

Overview

Design overhead high‑voltage transmission lines with CAD, analysis, and code compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• autocad
• pls-cadd
• quality review
• compliance
• engineering calculations
• utility authorization

Tasks

-Implement engineering redlines with precision and ensure accuracy before finalizing drafting/drawing. -Prepare joint utility use authorizations based on field data and engineer redlines. -Perform quality reviews to check for inaccuracies, omissions, or compliance issues, and provide recommendations. -Ensure compliance with local regulations, design codes (NESC, IEEE, ANSI, IBC), and construction standards. -Work collaboratively with engineers and project teams to develop solutions and modifications as needed. -Maintain detailed project documentation and support engineering calculations. -Utilize AutoCAD, MicroStation, ArcGIS, and other CAD software for scaled drawings and mapping. -Perform, lead, and oversee all engineering responsibilities related to overhead transmission line design. This includes PLS-CADD modeling, line routing, structure analysis and loading trees, developing design criteria, sag-tension calculations, wire blowout, swing angle, damper -Conduct engineering calculations, including voltage drop, cable pulling, flicker analysis, and pole loading assessments.

Requirements

• 2+ years
• pls-pole
• autocad
• civil engineering
• nesc
• travel

What You Bring

-2+ years of related experience with routing and design of high voltage overhead transmission line facilities -Experience with power distribution engineering software (PLS-POLE, TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD preferred). -Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program. -Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, ArcGIS, or similar CAD tools. -Ability to travel as necessary, up to 10% of the time -Strong knowledge of engineering drafting and design principles. -Work a minimum of 40 hours per week, with potential for up to 50 hours and occasional overtime. -Understanding of design codes and standards such as NESC, IEEE, ANSI, IBC.

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Benefits

-Paid Time Off (PTO) -Competitive Compensation -Employee Assistance Program (EAP) -401(k) Retirement Plan -Employee Discount Program -Comprehensive Health Coverage -Tuition Assistance -Holiday Pay -Pet Insurance

About Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group

-Founded with a mission to revolutionize infrastructure solutions, the company has become a key player in transforming industries worldwide. -Provides integrated solutions across energy, utilities, infrastructure, and more, serving both public and private sectors. -Specializes in complex, large-scale projects requiring innovative approaches, from utility grid enhancements to heavy civil constructions. -Handles projects with high complexity, precision, and safety requirements across critical sectors. -Known for advancing utility infrastructures, contributing to resilient and sustainable energy solutions. -Combines cutting-edge technology with expertise to deliver impactful results globally. -Offers services catering to both traditional infrastructure and emerging industries like renewable energy.

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