Transmission Line Engineer 3 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy•Elkridge, MD

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 ranging from 69kV to 765kV. The role includes structural and foundation design, conductor studies, and preparation of project estimates, schedules, specifications, and drawings. The position uses PLS-CADD to model transmission lines and determine right-of-way requirements, conductor sags, and plan and profile drawings. The work arrangement is hybrid, with three days per week in the office and two days remote. 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 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 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 to the role.
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 the 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.