Transmission Line Engineer
About The Position
At NV5, we fully understand the United States aging electrical grid faces significant challenges in meeting the increasing demand for power delivery. Moreover, navigating through permitting requirements can often stall the design and implementation of modern transmission and distribution assets. By harnessing our expertise and providing cutting-edge solutions, NV5 steps in as a leader, to enhance transmission system capacity, fortify against fire and storm risks, and elevate the reliability of electrical service for utility customers. Leveraging proprietary design methodologies and state-of-the-art modeling software, we tackle complex site-specific obstacles head-on, reducing construction timelines and costs associated with electrical distribution and transmission improvements. As our Transmission Line Engineer, you will support our growing Overhead (OH) Electric Transmission practice. You will be part of a team working on routing, design, and execution of high voltage overhead transmission design projects (60kV to 500kV) and will be involved in all facets of transmission line projects as you grow your career with us. This is a hybrid position based in our San Diego, CA office. Join us in embracing innovative solutions that pave the way for a resilient energy future.
Requirements
- 2+ Years of progressive overhead transmission engineering experience.
- Technically proficient to QA/QC a wide variety of T-Line project submittals before packages are sent to clients.
- S. degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- Experience with Civil/Structural Transmission Line disciplines (Steel Pole Design, Foundation Design.)
- Experience in 12kV to 500kV line design and working knowledge and/or expertise in Power Line Systems software suite (i.e., PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, TOWER, etc.) required.
Nice To Haves
- Tower Design w/ PLS-TOWER not required, but a plus.
- Professional Engineer (PE) certification is a plus, or ability to obtain certification within 12 months of start date.
Responsibilities
- Routing and design of transmission lines utilizing the Power Line Systems software suite including PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and TOWER.
- QA/QC of PLS-CADD model and job packages before external submittals.
- Structure analysis and foundation design, job package creation, developing design criteria and specifications, specification and procurement of materials, project cost estimating, and quality control reviews.
- Construction support and direct interaction with construction crews.
- Will prepare drawings and documentation for construction of transmission line projects.
- Providing leadership, guidance, instruction, and training to less experienced staff members.
- Regularly meets and corresponds with clients or other external stakeholders.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
