Senior Underground Transmission Line Engineer 1 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Remote,

5d • $84,762 - $129,498

About The Position

This position applies and expands underground transmission line engineering knowledge, including routing, duct bank configurations, manhole placement, and electrical principles. The engineer designs underground transmission lines for voltages up to 500 kV and handles cost analyses, design criteria, siting and routing challenges, and manhole placement. Physical design work includes duct bank layouts, trenchless designs, cable-pulling calculations, and drawing packages. The role also covers cable selection studies, bonding schemes, ampacity calculations, riser structure configurations, and structural loading.

The engineer develops procurement and construction specifications for cables, duct banks, trenchless installation, and general construction; coordinates with clients and vendors on transmission line components; and directs a small project team of engineers, designers, and drafters. The position requires at least five years of project-team experience on diverse underground transmission projects, a bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program, and proficiency with CYMCAP modeling and cable tensioning calculations or software. The employer does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

Sargent & Lundy describes its benefits as supporting employee health, well-being, and work-life balance. The disclosed compensation range is $84,762–$129,498, and eligible employees may also be able to participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.

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 5 years of experience as a project-team member on diverse underground transmission projects, observing project schedules and budget constraints.
• 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 specifications for installation and procurement of underground transmission line materials and components.
• Knowledge of verifying and 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 Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• The employer does not sponsor U.S. 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-pressure 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 where relevant but is 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.
• Prepare 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.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Eligible positions may participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

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