Senior Transmission Line Engineer/Transmission Line Engineer III

AtkinsRéalis•Atlanta, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Transmission Line Engineer/Transmission Line Engineer III to join our team in Atlanta, GA, to lead and work on various Power Grid Utility UG & OH and Substation Engineering projects. This position is responsible for preparing or review/approve conceptual design and detailed engineering packages for HV & MV poles and foundations. As well as preparing project scope of works, design specifications, specifications for construction procedures and methods, and bill of material.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering from a recognized institution.
Minimum 5 years for Engineer III level, Minimum 10 years for Senior Engineer.
Technical acuity in T&D Engineering is required.
Ability to inform design process based on previous experience with similar projects.
Strong proficiency using PLS software suite; PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE and PLS-TOWER.
Familiar with applicable codes, standards, and regulations applicable to transmission line design in the United States.

Nice To Haves

P.E. registration is preferred.
Ability to perform EMF studies and line loss analysis preferred.
Transmission structure foundation design experience is an asset, including direct embed and concrete pier foundation design.
Experience using GIS software packages like ArcGIS is an asset.
Experience with transmission tower structural analysis is an asset.
Experience with thermal upgrading and line condition assessments is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

Actively participate in securing T&D projects by sourcing active RFPs and developing proposals.
As revenue grows in the T&D market in the US, help to build and manage a team of T&D Engineers to supplement the other disciplines that currently make up the AtkinsRéalis US Power Solutions BU (Civil/Structural, Substation, Protection & Control and Project Management).
Detailed design and engineering of 12 kV to 500 kV overhead transmission line projects from conceptual design through to construction.
Detailed design of underground transmission line projects from 12 kV to 230 kV.
Conduct feasibility and planning studies.
Prepare planning and detailed project cost estimates including engineering, materials, and construction.
Prepare construction and material specifications and scope documents for construction tenders and contracts.
Act as a mentor to junior engineers.
Interface with clients and contractors.
Coordinate with various disciplines, review work of other engineers and technologists.
Interface with permitting agencies and regulatory bodies.
Perform field reviews of work during construction.
Ability to take on a project engineer and/or project manager role as required.