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Senior Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy

The Role

Overview

Design and manage 69‑500kV transmission lines, lead teams, and liaise with clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • line design
  • cost analysis
  • conductor selection
  • component spec
  • proposal development
  • site visits

Tasks

-Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 500kV range. -Direct a small project team. -Responsibility for cost analyses, development of design criteria, routing and siting of transmission lines. -Occasional travel for site visits and client meetings. -Work with a diverse client base and interact with the client and other project teams. -Responsibility for conductor selection studies, shielding, grounding and induction studies. -Work with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components. -Work with experienced engineers and mentor less experienced staff. -Develop proposals and cost estimates for new work.

Requirements

  • pe license
  • pls-cadd
  • autocad
  • ms office
  • abet degree
  • 7+ years

What You Bring

-Experience in developing engineering proposals and cost estimates. -Experience with scheduling. -Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318. -Have a current PE license or the ability to acquire one within one year. -Proficiency with PLS-CADD software to able to review transmission line models. -Attention to detail. -This position requires a degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program. -Experience in writing and providing support documentation for engineering calculations. -FSA & HSA -7 or more years of experience as a member of a project team in observing project schedules and budget constraints on diverse transmission assignments that have included the following: transmission line design incorporating code requirements, cost estimate development, schedule creation and coordination, the preparation of specifications for procurement of transmission line materials and construction, and liaising with construction and installation. -Proficiency with MS Office applications. -Proficiency with any of the following programs: PLS-TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD, ArcGIS, CDEGS, AutoCAD, MicroStation. -Knowledge to verify/review right of way requirements, conductor sags/tensions, transmission line plan and profile drawings and construction documents. -Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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 -Flexible Work Arrangements -Merit Scholarship Program -Corporate Charitable Giving Program -Paid Parental Leave -Employee Assistance Program (EAP) -Pre-Tax Commuter Account -Back-Up Daycare -Employee Discount Program -Life & Accident Insurance

The Company

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.

Sector Specialisms

Nuclear Power

Grid

Decarbonization

Renewable Energy

Conventional Power

Environmental

Oil & Gas

Consulting & Planning

Government Services

Power Industry

Energy

Industrial

Hazardous Waste

National Security

Visa Sponsorship

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