Transmission Project Engineer

Electrical Consultants • Tigard, OR

117d

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 opening for a Project Engineer in Portland, OR. Responsibilities include the conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new and upgraded transmission lines, including material procurement and construction support through line energization. The successful candidate will work under the direction and mentorship of a Senior Engineer or Project Manager to direct a project team in the development of design calculations, detail drawings, specifications, and other documents for the construction of power line facilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or Master's degree in Civil Engineering
• 6+ years' project and design 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
• Advanced knowledge of transmission engineering principles
• Expertise regarding applicable codes, standards, and design tools
• Basic project management execution skills
• Ability to oversee and direct design personnel on a project team
• Must not require sponsorship for employment visa status

Nice To Haves

• PE license preferred

Responsibilities

• Creating project scope documents
• Finite element design modeling using PLS-CADD software
• Engineering design of structures and foundations
• Developing loading, framing, foundation and plan & profile drawing sets
• Creating staking sheets, sag charts, and other construction exhibits
• Producing material and construction specifications
• Performing other design tasks as needed
• Assisting the Project Manager in the planning and execution of projects
• Client and stakeholder coordination
• Training and mentoring of design staff
• Project quality assurance
• Oversight of Design Engineers, 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: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree