Transmission Line Engineer 3 - Grid
About The Position
The Transmission Line Engineer 3 applies transmission line engineering knowledge in areas including conductors, hardware, insulation, structures, foundations, and electrical principles. The role designs transmission lines ranging from 69 kV to 765 kV and performs structural, foundation, conductor, shielding, grounding, and induction analyses. It also involves developing project estimates, schedules, specifications, and drawings; specifying components; and reviewing vendor submittals. The position uses PLS-CADD to model transmission lines, determine right-of-way requirements, calculate conductor sags, and develop plan and profile drawings. It offers a hybrid work arrangement, with three days per week in the office and two remote days. A relocation package may be available depending on location. The position does not offer U.S. work authorization sponsorship.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
- Three or more years of related experience in transmission line engineering.
- Related engineering, internship, or co-op work experience.
- Proficiency with PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE.
- Knowledge of the practical application of engineering principles, including basic transmission line engineering.
- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in producing technical plans, drawings, and models.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 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 the following programs: 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 is valued 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 the procurement of transmission line materials and construction.
- Specify transmission line components.
- Model transmission lines in PLS-CADD, determine right-of-way requirements, calculate conductor sags, and develop transmission line plan and profile drawings.
- Review vendor submittals.
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare plans, including medical, dental, and vision.
- 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 (PST).
- Paid vacation.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid bereavement leave.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Eligible employees may participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.
- Relocation package may be available depending on location.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
