Transmission Engineer III

TRC Companies, Inc. • Phoenix, AZ

5h

About The Position

TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm providing services across power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. TRC Power Delivery provides design and planning services for transmission and communication line projects, including transmission lines up to 500kV and fiber-optic communication projects.

The Transmission Engineer will work on assigned projects of varying complexity involving new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber-optic attachments. The role includes designing or assisting with the design of transmission and distribution line projects, developing design packages and estimates, coordinating engineering with licensing, environmental, real estate, construction, and client requirements, and supporting construction activities. The position may act as Resident Engineer and monitor construction for compliance with plans and specifications.

The position offers a salary range of USD $93,000 to $149,000 per year. An employee may also be eligible for the Company’s annual discretionary bonus program, contingent on Company, Business Segment, and individual performance against applicable Key Performance Indicators.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in electrical transmission line design engineering.
• Proficiency with power line and structure modeling for computer-aided design and development.
• Experience with PLS-CADD and associated modules (POLE, TOWER), Excel, MFAD or Lpile, and NESC.
• Familiarity with industry codes, standards, and practices for electric utility work.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to lead.
• Attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) status, with the ability to become certified as a Professional Engineer as soon as eligible.
• Knowledge of ACI, the ASCE Pole Manual, and the AISC Steel Manual.

Responsibilities

• Prepare preliminary designs and budgetary estimates for projects from 115kV to 500kV, including new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber-optic attachments.
• Develop material lists using Excel spreadsheets.
• Develop structure framing details, specifying parts, hardware, insulators, and grounding for steel, round wood, and laminated wood poles.
• Coordinate transmission line design with environmental and licensing processes.
• Site new transmission lines and assess how real estate, licensing, and environmental constraints affect engineering.
• Develop project schedules incorporating design, client reviews, licensing, and other project activities.
• Develop plan-profile drawings under the engineer’s direction.
• Prepare complete construction design packages, including work lists, construction staking tables, and stringing sag charts.
• Develop material and construction specifications.
• Perform engineering calculations to assure the safety and performance of equipment and systems.
• Coordinate equipment delivery and design engineering to meet construction schedules.
• Assist in checking completed work for design and documentation adequacy.
• Monitor transmission line construction for compliance with plans and specifications, potentially acting as Resident Engineer.
• Observe safety and security procedures, identify potentially unsafe conditions, and use equipment and materials properly.
• Interpret complex plans and specifications and apply available information to satisfy project design requirements.
• Maintain familiarity with applicable engineering and construction codes and ensure compliance.
• Assist in preparing or monitoring complex construction schedules to support timely completion.
• Assist with on-site design or investigation work to assess the adequacy of contractor methods.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with traditional and Roth IRA options and company match.
• Paid time off ranging from 15 to 25 days per year, contingent on full-time or part-time status and seniority.
• At least 8 paid holidays per year for full-time employees.
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of the employee’s state of residence.
• Potential eligibility for the Company’s annual discretionary bonus program.

What This Job Offers

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