Senior Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy•Columbus, OH

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

Design underground transmission lines for voltages up to 500 kV and apply expertise in routing, duct bank configurations, manhole placement, and electrical principles. The role includes cost analyses, design criteria development, siting and routing, physical design, cable selection and ampacity studies, riser structure design, specifications, and coordination with vendors and clients. The engineer will direct a small project team of engineers, designers, and drafters. This position has 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 describes its benefits as including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and other financial and work-life benefits.

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 member of project teams, 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 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.
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 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 for underground transmission projects.
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.
Support engineering calculations with written documentation.
Verify or review right-of-way requirements, bonding schemes, plan and profile drawings, and other construction documents.