Transmission Lines Engineer

AtkinsRéalis • Calgary, AB

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

AtkinsRéalis is offering an exceptional full-time opportunity for a Senior Transmission Line Engineer to build a strong and sustainable career in electric power transmission and distribution networks. The successful candidate will be based at the Calgary office, working within a dynamic, multidisciplinary, and stimulating consulting engineering environment that offers excellent opportunities for professional development and career advancement. The role primarily focuses on electric power transmission line projects, including both High-Voltage Alternating Current (HVAC) and High-Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) technologies. This position involves contributing to large-scale, innovative, and strategic projects, actively supporting the energy transition and enhancing the reliability of electric power systems.

Requirements

• A degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil/Structural Engineering from a recognized institution.
• P.Eng. registration or Equivalent required.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in Transmission and Distribution lines design.
• Knowledge of PLS CADD, PLS TOWER and PLS POLE software essential.
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken).

Nice To Haves

• French as a second language will be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual and detailed design for transmission lines projects.
• Review the design basis memorandum, Transmission lines Requirements, detailed engineering scope and guide the assigned discipline engineers to align the engineering deliverables according to client requirements and AtkinsRéalis’s Quality Management Systems.
• Preparation of Scope of Work (SOW) for survey, staking and construction, line route selection report, conductor selection report, preparation of specifications for material, equipment, construction and installation work.
• Perform Transmission Line Optimum spotting.
• Coordinate the work with internal engineering team and the client.
• Supervise the work of technicians and designers assigned to the projects.
• Construction support including resolving site queries, attending site meetings and performing site inspections during the construction phase of projects.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Employee recognition
• Flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs
• Diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise
• Hybrid working culture
• Generous time-off policies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees