Transmission Line Engineer - Senior
About The Position
Senior Transmission Line Engineer - Hybrid - Ideally located in Watertown, MA or Atlanta, GA VHB’s growing Energy Evolution Practice | VHB reflects our commitment to supporting the global transition to clean, sustainable energy solutions. The ongoing energy transformation is profound, with far-reaching, near- and long-term impacts and opportunities for our industry, clients and communities. Our sustainable and efficient energy solutions offer an opportunity to contribute to this global change and demonstrate what a cleaner, greener future looks like—from multimodal transport to renewable energy power to climate-positive buildings. Together, we are helping to shape the energy landscape for a more sustainable tomorrow. VHB is looking to add a Civil/Structural/Electrical Engineer with transmission line design experience to join our growing Energy Engineering practice. The position would be part of an integrated team supporting substation, distribution line, sub-transmission line, and transmission line project design, permitting, access, and construction support. The position can be based anywhere in VHB’s footprint and be within a reasonable driving distance to one of our offices to engage in our hybrid work environment but preference for Atlanta, GA, Watertown MA office locations.
Requirements
- B.S. in Civil/Structural/Electrical Engineering with a concentration in structures/power
- Min 8-11+ years of professional engineering experience within the utilities industry (a Master’s degree may be substituted for 2 years of experience)
- Professional Engineering license expected
- Familiar with NESC recommended
- Strong project management skills.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Self-motivated with ability to think critically.
- Experience with GIS Systems, PLS-CADD, Asset Management systems, and Microsoft Office products.
Responsibilities
- Support electric distribution/sub-transmission/transmission upgrade and refurbishment projects.
- Compile, review, and assess engineering archives, vendor drawings, and equipment specifications.
- Design/Assess overhead lines, wood, concrete, tapered tubular steel, hybrid structures, and deep foundations.
- Prepare bill of materials, structure work lists, minor design packages, major design packages, staking diagrams, plan and profile drawings, design specifications.
- Prepare written technical reports and oral presentations documenting findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
- Provide mentorship and training to entry level and junior engineering personnel.
Benefits
- Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
