Transmission Line Engineer

Electrical Consultants • Meridian, ID

244d • Remote

About The Position

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consultant firm that provides engineering, system planning and studies, technical consultation, project management, surveying, environmental planning, commissioning/testing and construction services to electric utilities, energy developers and industrials throughout the U.S. Our experience includes system voltages from 4.16 kV through 765 kV. ECI has immediate openings for transmission line engineers at any of the locations identified above. A hybrid work model to work from home is possible.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
• 2+ years' design engineering experience, project engineering experience, or an acceptable combination of education and experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organization and planning skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Commitment to quality and accuracy
• Willingness to meet fast-paced project schedules
• Fundamental knowledge of transmission engineering principles and applicable codes, standards, and design tools
• Experience with basic project management execution skills
• Ability to oversee and direct design personnel on a project team

Nice To Haves

• PE license or the commitment to progress towards PE licensure
• Experience with basic project management execution skills

Responsibilities

• Conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new and upgraded transmission lines
• Material procurement and construction support through line energization
• Develop design calculations, detail drawings, specifications, and other documents for the construction of power line facilities
• Create project scope documents
• Finite element design modeling using PLS-CADD software
• Engineering design of structures and foundations
• Develop loading, framing, foundation and plan & profile drawing sets
• Create staking sheets, sag charts, and other construction exhibits
• Produce material and construction specifications
• Perform other design tasks as needed
• Assist with the planning and execution of best-in-class projects
• Client and stakeholder coordination
• Training and mentoring of design staff
• Project quality assurance
• Oversight of designers, drafters and support staff

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan
• Paid vacation, personal days and holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Continued professional education reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree