Senior Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid
About The Position
Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Senior Underground Transmission Line Engineer to design underground transmission lines for voltages up to 500kV. The role applies and expands expertise in underground transmission line engineering, including routing, duct bank configurations, manhole placement, and electrical principles. Work includes cost analyses, design criteria, siting and routing, physical design, cable selection, electrical calculations, riser structure configurations, specifications, and coordination with clients and vendors. The engineer will direct a small project team of engineers, designers, and drafters. This position uses a hybrid work arrangement: three days per week in the office and two days working remotely. Depending on location, a relocation package may be available. Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.
Requirements
- BS 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 member of a project team, observing project schedules and budget constraints on diverse 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 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.
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 where 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 500kV.
- Perform cost analyses and develop design criteria.
- Address siting and routing challenges 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 cable procurement, duct bank installation, trenchless installation, and general construction specifications.
- Coordinate with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components.
- Direct a small project team of engineers, designers, and drafters.
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life and accident insurance.
- Disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Back-up daycare.
- FSA and 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 to participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.
- Relocation package may be available depending on location.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
