Transmission Line Engineer

NV5 • Portland, OR

21h • Hybrid

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, y ou 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 Portland, OR office. Join us in embracing innovative solutions that pave the way for a resilient energy future.

Requirements

• 3+ 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.

Benefits

• NV5 offers competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.
• NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
• NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees