Senior Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid
About The Position
Sargent & Lundy is hiring a Senior Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2 to design underground transmission lines for voltages up to 500 kV. The role applies and expands expertise in underground transmission line routing, duct bank configurations, manhole placement, and electrical principles. Work includes cost analysis, development of design criteria, siting and routing challenges, physical design, cable studies, structural loading, and preparation of specifications and construction documents. The position coordinates with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components and directs a small project team of engineers, designers, and drafters. It has a hybrid arrangement: three days per week in the office and two days working remotely. 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.
- Proficiency with CYMCAP modeling.
- Proficiency with cable-tensioning calculations and/or software.
- At least 7 years of experience as a project team member observing schedules and budget constraints on diverse underground transmission projects.
- Experience designing to code requirements, EPRI recommendations, and client requirements.
- Experience developing cost estimates and creating and coordinating schedules.
- Experience with XLPE cable design.
- Experience preparing installation and procurement specifications for underground transmission line materials and components.
- Knowledge to verify or 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 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.
- Applicants must have U.S. work authorization; the employer does not sponsor work authorization for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Current PE license or ability to acquire one within one year.
- 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 relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.
Responsibilities
- Design underground transmission lines for voltages up to 500 kV.
- Perform cost analyses and develop design criteria; address siting and routing challenges and determine 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 small project team of engineers, designers, and drafters.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision health 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 (PST).
- Paid vacation.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid bereavement leave.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Potential relocation package, dependent upon location.
- Eligible positions may include participation in a yearly discretionary bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
