Transmission Line Engineer 3 - Grid
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 69kV to 765kV range. The position includes structural and foundation design, conductor studies, cost and schedule development, preparation of procurement and construction specifications, and review of vendor submittals. The engineer models lines in PLS-CADD, determines right-of-way requirements, calculates conductor sags, and develops plan and profile drawings. The role has a hybrid work arrangement: three days per week in the office and two days remote. A relocation package may be available depending on location. Sargent & Lundy emphasizes appropriate use of technology, including digital tools where relevant, with employees responsible for professional judgment and review of their work. The company describes comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and other benefits.
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 the practical application 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 one or more of 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 69kV to 765kV 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.
- Determine right-of-way requirements and calculate conductor sags.
- Develop transmission line plan and profile drawings.
- Review vendor submittals.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Life and accident insurance
- Disability coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-up daycare
- FSA and 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
