Senior Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy•Elkridge, MD

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position applies and expands underground transmission line engineering knowledge to design lines for voltages up to 500 kV. The work covers routing, duct bank configurations, manhole placement, and electrical principles, as well as cost analysis, design criteria, siting and routing challenges, and manhole placement. Physical design duties include duct bank layouts, trenchless designs, cable-pulling calculations, and drawing packages. The engineer also performs cable selection studies, determines bonding schemes, conducts ampacity calculations, develops riser structure configurations and structural loading, and prepares specifications for procurement, installation, and construction. The role involves coordinating with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components and directing a small project team of engineers, designers, and drafters. The position uses a hybrid arrangement, with three days per week in the office and two days working remotely. A relocation package may be available depending on location. U.S. work authorization sponsorship is not provided.

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 on diverse underground transmission projects, observing project schedules and budget constraints.
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 how to verify and 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.
Must already 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 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 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.
Prepare 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.