Transmission Line Engineer 3 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy • Cary, NC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Transmission Line Engineer 3 applies transmission line engineering knowledge—including conductors, hardware, insulation, structures, foundations, and electrical principles—to design transmission lines in the 69 kV to 765 kV range. The role includes structural and foundation design, conductor studies, and preparation of estimates, schedules, specifications, and technical drawings. Engineers model transmission lines, determine right-of-way requirements, calculate conductor sags, and review vendor submittals.

This position has a hybrid work arrangement, with an expectation of working in the office three days per week and remotely two days per week. A relocation package may be available depending on location. Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

Requirements

• Degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Related engineering, internship, or co-op work experience.
• Proficiency with PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE.
• At least 3 years of experience in transmission line engineering.
• Knowledge of practical applications of engineering principles, including basic transmission line engineering.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles used to produce technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and designation as an Engineer in Training.
• Proficiency with PLS-TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD, ArcGIS, CDEGS, AutoCAD, or MicroStation.
• Experience writing and providing supporting documentation for engineering calculations.
• Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
• Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant.
• Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies where relevant.

Responsibilities

• Design transmission lines in the 69 kV to 765 kV range.
• Perform structural analysis and design of pole, lattice, framed, and guyed structures.
• Perform foundation designs.
• Perform conductor selection, shielding, grounding, and induction studies.
• Develop cost estimates and schedules.
• Prepare specifications for procurement of transmission line materials and construction.
• Specify transmission line components.
• Model transmission lines in PLS-CADD and determine right-of-way requirements.
• Calculate conductor sags and develop transmission line plan and profile drawings.
• Review vendor submittals.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare plans.
• Medical, dental, and vision 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.
• Yearly discretionary bonus may be available to eligible employees.
• Relocation package may be available depending on location.

What This Job Offers

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