Transmission Line Engineering Associate II
About The Position
Join LCRA and work on exciting, rewarding projects that make a real difference in the lives of Texans. We provide an inclusive, encouraging work environment that supports collaboration, professional growth, and development. We are looking for a Transmission Line Engineer to design and analyze transmission systems, contributing to improved quality of life across Texas. You’ll join our world-class organization that values ambition, excellence, and collaborative success. Are you knowledgeable in line design principles and ready to support and mentor engineers, construction crews, and customers? Do you have experience designing high voltage power lines (69kV to 765kV) using industry-leading software and can clearly communicate your engineering concepts to stakeholders? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in engineering, engineering technology, engineering physics, biosystems engineering, mathematical science, physical science or related science.
- One or more years of post-Bachelors engineering experience relating to the area of engineering specialization required to perform the job.
- Driver's license
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering from an accredited university (or related field/equivalent experience) and a minimum of 5 years of experience in transmission line or structural design.
- Proficiency in routing and crafting transmission lines using PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, & PLS-TOWER, including the capability to craft structures and foundations and provide structure loading trees.
- Familiarity with industry codes and standards such as the NESC, ASCE, ACI, and IEEE, with a demonstrated ability to develop engineering design standards and procedures.
- A proven track record of completing projects on time and within budget, including the ability to review vendor drawings and ensure dedication to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
- Experience mentoring and training engineering staff while providing the support necessary to develop fellow engineers and collaborators.
- Strong communication skills to effectively convey engineering designs, standards, and processes to other engineers and collaborators.
Responsibilities
- Design high-voltage transmission lines (69kV–765kV), structures, and foundations using PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER, including the creation of structure loading trees.
- Prepare comprehensive Construction Documents as Engineer of Record, develop detailed engineering reports, and define project scopes and cost estimates.
- Review and approve vendor drawings for specification compliance and perform field assessments and inspections to ensure rigorous quality standards.
- Provide authoritative technical support and mentorship to engineers and construction crews, fostering professional growth and project success.
- Partner with internal teams and stakeholders to implement complex projects that meet ambitious organizational standards and timelines.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on internal task forces and represent the organization on external committees, industry conferences, and at standard-setting events.
Benefits
- Benefits that don't just check boxes, they make life better. From healthcare to wellness to time off, we've got you covered, so you can focus on what matters. Discover More
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
