Lead Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy•Wilmington, DE

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position applies and expands underground transmission line engineering expertise, including routing, duct bank configurations, manhole placement, and electrical principles. The engineer designs complex underground transmission lines for voltages up to 500 kV and leads design teams working on complex underground transmission projects. Responsibilities span cost analysis, design criteria, siting and routing, physical and electrical design, specifications, and coordination with vendors and clients. The position has a hybrid work arrangement: three days a week in the office and two days remote. A generous relocation package may be available depending on the employee's location. Sargent & Lundy offers a comprehensive benefits package and states that it does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

Requirements

BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
Current PE license.
Proficiency with CYMCAP modeling.
Proficiency with cable tensioning calculations and software.
12 or more years of experience leading a design team in the development of complex underground transmission projects.
Design experience incorporating code requirements, EPRI recommendations, and client requirements.
Experience developing cost estimates and creating and coordinating schedules.
Experience with XLPE cable design.
Experience preparing specifications for installation and procurement of underground transmission line materials and components.
Knowledge of how to verify and review right-of-way requirements, bonding schemes, underground transmission line plan and profile drawings, and other construction documents.
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in producing technical plans, drawings, and models.
Experience writing and providing supporting documentation for engineering calculations.
Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, EPRI Green Book, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
Proficiency with MS Office applications.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Must not require U.S. work authorization sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

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.
Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.

Responsibilities

Design complex underground transmission lines for voltages up to 500 kV.
Perform cost analyses and develop design criteria.
Handle siting and routing in complex environments and determine manhole placement.
Develop physical designs, including duct bank layouts and trenchless designs.
Perform cable pulling calculations and develop drawing packages.
Conduct cable selection studies, determine bonding schemes, and perform ampacity calculations.
Develop riser structure configurations and structural loading.
Develop specifications for cable procurement, duct bank installation, trenchless installation, and general construction.
Coordinate with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components.
Direct project teams of engineers, designers, and drafters.