Lead Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid
About The Position
The Lead Underground Transmission Line Engineer applies and expands expertise in underground transmission line engineering, including routing, duct bank configurations, manhole placement, and electrical principles. The role involves designing complex underground transmission lines for voltages up to 500 kV, overseeing technical and cost-related design activities, and coordinating with vendors, clients, and a project team of engineers, designers, and drafters. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, with three days per week in the office and two days remote. A relocation package may be available depending on location. Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
- 12 or more years of experience leading a design team in the development of complex underground transmission projects.
- Current Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Proficiency with CYMCAP modeling.
- Proficiency with cable tensioning calculations and software.
- 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 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 used to produce technical plans, drawings, and models.
- Experience writing and providing supporting documentation for engineering calculations.
- Familiarity with design codes and standards including 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.
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 relevant emerging technologies.
- Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies, where relevant to the role.
Responsibilities
- Design complex underground transmission lines for voltages up to 500 kV.
- Develop cost analyses and design criteria, and perform siting and routing in complex environments, including manhole placement.
- Perform physical design, including duct bank layouts, trenchless designs, cable-pulling calculations, and 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 a project team of engineers, designers, and drafters.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Life and accident insurance.
- Disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Back-up daycare.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (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.
- Paid vacation.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid bereavement leave.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Potential eligibility for a yearly discretionary bonus.
- Relocation package, depending on location.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
