Actalent Engineering is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer to support a consulting team in projects for PG&E in California. This opportunity will be supporting both overhead and underground transmission of high and extra-high voltage lines. Experience supporting PG&E projects is required. A PE license is preferred but not required.

Description:

• You will assist the preparation of specifications, calculations, drawings and scope documents for construction tenders and contracts.

• Coordinating and directing design engineers and technical staff to ensure that projects that you lead are executed successfully and in a timely manner.

• Writing and editing technical reports and engineering studies.

• You will also be a liaison with clients and contractors, coordinating with various disciplines and permitting agencies and exercising project management skills.

• You will enjoy the opportunity to work on a variety of unique projects with the liberty to advance your career down a number of paths within the Power Delivery sector.

• You will contribute to a diverse company, bridging the gaps between the various sectors of infrastructure engineering Stantec operates within, domestically and internationally.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university.

• 2 years of experience in the design of overhead high voltage and extra high voltage transmission lines including route selection, line and structure spotting, structure design and analysis, and development of construction bid packages (underground transmission design experience up to 230 kV is a plus).

• Be a self-motivated individual, possessing strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, along with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, to manage others, their workload, and client expectations.

• Complete skillsets in modeling transmission lines in PLS suite, preparing route alignments, preparing plan and profiles, performing structural analysis, detailed knowledge of hardware assemblies and conductors, structure detail drawings and BOMs. Tower design skillsets is a plus.

• Experience developing assembly, framing, loading and design drawings for wood, frp, concrete, and steel transmission structures.

• Familiarity and sufficient knowledge in related electrical studies, such as EMF, fault current, grounding, contaminants study and clearance analysis for transmission line design.

• Familiarity with geotechnical data interpretation for foundation design and embedment calculations for transmission structures.

• Experience designing foundations and calculating embedment depths for a variety of structure types and geotechnical requirements.

• Ability to communicate with survey and GIS personnel. Familiarity with interpreting survey data and incorporating it into PLS-CADD.

• Proficiency with L-Pile, FAD Tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Understanding of project management systems (engineering, quality, construction, HSE, etc.) as well as field construction support experience and willingness to develop skills further.

• Familiar with industry standards regarding transmission lines including ASCE, ACI, IEEE, NESC, RUS Bulletins and GO-95.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.