Senior Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Wilmington, DE

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Design and support underground transmission line projects for voltages up to 500 kV. The role covers cost analysis, design criteria, siting and routing, manhole placement, physical design, cable studies, riser structures, specifications, and coordination with vendors and clients. The engineer will direct a small project team of engineers, designers, and drafters. The position has a hybrid work arrangement: three days per week in the office and two days working remotely. A relocation package is 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.
• 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 of verifying or reviewing 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.
• Must not require U.S. work authorization sponsorship.

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; 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.
• Develop physical designs, 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

• 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 for a yearly discretionary bonus.
• Relocation package, depending on location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior