Transmission Line Engineer I, II, III, or Senior
About The Position
This professional position is responsible for the complete physical layout, civil/structural analysis, and detailed design of high-voltage electrical transmission lines using PLS-CADD. Work includes coordinating and developing calculations, construction drawings, contracts, technical specifications, and design standards, and implementing these assignments for construction of transmission-line facilities. The successful candidate applies engineering knowledge and experience across project scope, budget, schedule, customer service, risk analysis, and construction. One position is available at one of four grades: Transmission Line Engineer I, II, III, or Senior Transmission Line Engineer. The grade will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience and Tri-State’s business needs at the time of hire. Candidates with less experience may be hired at the I, II, or III level. The position requires willingness to travel as needed and the ability to work overtime at any time of day or week to support continuous electric service. Regular, reliable, and predictable performance of essential duties is also required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or a similarly related engineering discipline.
- Extensive knowledge of RUS and NESC design criteria for 69 kV through 345 kV.
- Extensive knowledge of engineering principles and practices relating to civil/structural engineering, including computer program applications.
- Significant knowledge of field techniques for constructing transmission lines, including a working understanding of the equipment and its uses.
- Working knowledge of government regulations and industry standards affecting electric utilities.
- Extensive knowledge of interconnected system operations and maintenance.
- Extensive knowledge of surveying techniques, practices, and procedures.
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Extensive knowledge of safety policies and procedures.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships.
- Mastery of PLS-CADD and L-Pile or equivalent software for line design and analysis, and ability to train others in these tools.
- Ability to direct the work of others.
- Significant knowledge of, and ability to work with and learn from, Substation Design, Surveying, Lands, Environmental, Maintenance, Operations, and Power Plants disciplines.
- Registration as a Professional Engineer in Colorado, or eligibility for Colorado registration by reciprocity.
- Willingness to travel as required and possession of a valid driver’s license.
- Ability to demonstrate capability to perform all essential functions of the position.
- Ability to work overtime at any time of day or week.
Nice To Haves
- Project management experience and/or registration as a Project Management Professional through the Project Management Institute.
- Construction, maintenance, and/or operational experience in the electric utility industry.
- Active participation in professional or industry organizations such as AISC, ASCE, ASTM, NESC, or RUS.
- Practical understanding of electrical theory, including protection and control, SCADA, and communications.
- Proficiency with the AutoCAD suite of software.
Responsibilities
- Perform or coordinate civil/structural engineering analyses and detailed design for transmission-line facilities.
- Write, develop, or coordinate construction contracts, material and design standards, and technical specifications.
- Develop or coordinate drawing packages for bidding, construction, and record purposes.
- Lead or coordinate construction activities by providing technical support and creative solutions, and review monthly billing and change-order requests in a timely manner.
- Work independently or as part of a design team to complete assigned projects on time.
- Communicate effectively, including through technical writing.
- Develop, communicate, and coordinate project scope, budgets, and schedules.
- Establish civil/structural design requirements for transmission-line facilities.
- Conduct or coordinate design-review meetings for assigned projects.
- Provide guidance on selecting consulting firms and coordinate, review, and approve their design work.
- Provide guidance on selecting construction contractors.
- Serve as a contact for field crews and project management on very complex and state-of-the-art projects.
- Assist with preparation and administration of the annual budget.
- Develop or innovate engineering design tools, such as calculations, spreadsheets, and computer programs.
- Prepare property records, reports, and special projects as required.
- Direct the work of others as required.
- Assist with personnel training.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Work overtime at any time of day or week as an essential function of the position.
- Travel as required.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Flexible work schedules, including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 40%
- Life insurance
- 401(k)
- Long-term disability
- Short-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid leave benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
