Transmission Line Engineer 3 - Grid

Overview

Design and analyze high‑voltage transmission lines and structures.

Key Responsibilities

• transmission design
• cost estimating
• vendor review
• pls‑cadd modeling
• structural analysis
• conductor selection

Tasks

-Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 765kV range. -Develop cost estimates and schedules and prepare specifications for the procurement of transmission line materials and construction. -Review vendor submittals. -Specify transmission line components. -Perform foundation designs. -Model transmission lines in PLS-CADD, determine right of way requirements, calculate conductor sags, and develop transmission line plan and profile drawings. -Perform structural analysis and design of pole, lattice, framed, and guyed structures. -Perform conductor selection studies, shielding, grounding and induction studies.

Requirements

• autocad
• pls-cadd
• arcgis
• abet degree
• fe exam
• 3+ years

What You Bring

-Proficiency with any of the following programs: PLS-TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD, ArcGIS, CDEGS, AutoCAD, Microstation. -Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318. -Knowledge of the practical application of engineering principles including basic transmission line engineering. -Proficiency with PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE. -This position requires a degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program. -Experience in writing and providing support documentation for engineering calculations. -FSA & HSA -Related engineering, internship or co-op work experience. -Proficiency with MS Office applications. -Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training. -3 or more years related experience in transmission line engineering. -Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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Benefits

-Employee Referral Bonus -Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST) -Paid Bereavement Leave -Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision -Paid Vacation -Tuition Assistance -Disability Coverage -First Professional Licensure Bonus -Paid Holidays -Employee Discount Program -Flexible Work Arrangements -Merit Scholarship Program -Corporate Charitable Giving Program -Paid Parental Leave -Employee Assistance Program (EAP) -Pre-Tax Commuter Account -Back-Up Daycare -Life & Accident Insurance

About Sargent & Lundy

-The company specializes in providing innovative solutions across the energy and industrial sectors. -With a rich legacy, Sargent & Lundy has delivered high-impact projects for utilities, government entities, and large industrial clients. -Notable projects include power plants, renewable energy installations, and water treatment facilities. -The firm is recognized for its expertise in energy transition solutions, especially in nuclear, solar, and wind sectors. -Their global reach includes both large-scale infrastructure projects and localized service offerings tailored to specific industries. -Sargent & Lundy thrives on providing full-service capabilities, from design and planning to construction and operations. -The company’s engineering prowess is often highlighted by its deep involvement in complex energy systems and environmental solutions.

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-we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the u.s. for this position.