Senior Transmission Line Engineer
Job Summary
The Senior Transmission Line Engineer will contribute to high-voltage overhead and underground electric transmission projects for major utilities. This role involves performing engineering analyses, preparing technical designs, and ensuring compliance with NESC, ASCE, and ACI standards. The position requires proficiency in industry tools like PLS-CADD and collaborative participation within a multi-disciplinary team environment.
Responsibilities
- Design high-voltage overhead and underground transmission lines.
- Perform engineering analyses and PLS-CADD modeling.
- Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and bidding documents.
- Ensure compliance with NESC, ASCE, and ACI standards.
- Coordinate with project managers regarding schedules and budgets.
Required Skills
- Bachelor's in Civil or Mechanical Engineering
- 4+ years of transmission design experience
- Proficiency in PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE
- Strong technical communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in teams
Job Details
### Position Overview
Engineers will serve as key contributors on electric transmission line design projects for high-voltage overhead and underground systems. Responsibilities include applying established NESC, ASCE, ACI, and other applicable standards in the design of electrical overhead and underground systems, voltage conversion projects, new capacity projects, and infrastructure replacement projects.
### Key Responsibilities
- Execute technical design and engineering tasks related to high-voltage transmission lines, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and standards.
- Perform engineering analyses, including PLS-CADD modeling and structure loading calculations.
- Prepare bidding documents, draft plans and specifications, and prepare material procurement and construction documents.
- Prepare and review technical drawings, specifications, and calculations under the guidance of Lead Engineers or Project Managers.
- Contribute to continuous improvement goals by learning and applying new technical tools, AI, and automation platforms.
- Coordinate project progress with the Project Manager to ensure adherence to project schedule and budget.
- Maintain strong technical proficiency in industry-standard software and design processes.
### Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil (preferred) or Mechanical Engineering.
- Minimum of 4+ years of relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems.
- Proficiency in PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE.
- Strong interpersonal and written communication abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently.
- Potential requirement for periodic travel or work in client offices.
### Desired Skills
- Experience with TOWER, LPILE, FAD, Mathcad, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
- EIT or PE certification is desirable.