Transmission Line Engineer

Responsibilities

• Completion of calculations, construction drawings, contracts, technical specifications, design standards, as well as the application of those designs for the construction of distribution and/or transmission lines.

• Perform civil/structural engineering analyses and design for transmission line layout and design through 500kV.

• Prepares a variety of complex engineering deliverables

• Conduct/coordinate design review meetings for projects or as assigned

• Create and support construction contracts, material take-offs, material standards, and technical specifications

• Create/develop drawing packages for bidding, construction, as-built, and submittal purposes

• Performs complex research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or material selection

• Coordinate construction activities with technical support and timely review of submittals

• Effectively communicate project scopes, budgets, and schedules

• Assist in the preparation of budgets for projects

• Develops training modules and initiatives at the directive of the Principal Engineer

• Attain knowledge and remain knowledgeable of development in regulations, laws, standards, and best practices applicable to our functional area, including but not limited to, Standards of Conduct, NERC Reliability, and the National Electric Safety Code

• Provide technical direction to others, as required

• Aide in the direction of work for others, as required

• Serve as contact with construction field crews and project management on moderately complex projects

• Provides support to business development or pursuit activities

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates will possess a broad and deep understanding of engineering principles and practices, and the ability to apply that knowledge and experience to all aspects of training, project scope, schedule, budget, construction, and overall project completion.

• 10 years of overhead transmission line design experience and knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices

• BS in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited school.

• Ability to analyze problems and develop effective solutions at both strategic and functional levels.

• Work independently with minimal direction as a highly motivated self-starter with the ability to run projects at any value with little oversight.

• Extensive knowledge of civil/structural transmission line design and knowledge of field techniques for construction of transmission lines.

• Advanced knowledge of PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, MFAD and standard business office applications including Microsoft Office.

• Knowledge of surveying techniques, practices, and procedures.

• Strong team player: Accomplish tasks by working with others and recognizing how decisions may impact the team and have a willingness to seek input from others.

• Time Management: Must be able to successfully plan and accomplish tasks within an established timeline.

• PE required

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.