Engineering Associate III - Transmission Line Engineer (Hybrid)
Engineering Associate III - Transmission Line Engineer (Hybrid)
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Job Description
Are you someone knowledgeable in line design principles who can provide support and mentorship to fellow engineers construction crews and customers If so LCRA TSC is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer to join our team in the TLE Department. At LCRA you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and rewarding projects that make a real difference in the lives of Texans. We provide an encouraging and inclusive work environment that fosters professional growth and development.
Our ideal candidate will have extensive experience in crafting high voltage power lines (69kV - 345kV) using industry-leading software. You should be able to effectively communicate your engineering design concepts to various stakeholders within LCRA. In this role you will use your expertise to design and analyze the transmission system contributing to improving the quality of life for Texans.
If you fit this description we would love to hear from you. So apply to join our world-class organization that values ambition excellence and collaborative success.
You will be trusted to:
- Prepare scopes for TL projects and assist in the development of project estimates.
- Craft and analyze high voltage transmission lines (69kV - 345kV) using PLS-CADD PLS-POLE and PLS-TOWER.
- Route transmission lines and develop comprehensive line designs ensuring rigorously detailed implementation.
- Design structures and foundations including the creation of structure loading trees.
- Prepare Construction Documents as the Engineer of Record.
- Review and approve vendor drawings to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Provide authoritative support and mentorship to fellow engineers construction crews and other collaborators.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to successfully implement projects that meet our ambitious standards.
- Perform field assessments and inspections to determine project requirements and ensure quality standards.
- Prepare detailed engineering reports and documentation.
- Stay updated with industry trends and standard methodologies to maintain our competitive edge.
- Serve as a department representative on task forces committees and cross-functional teams and represent LCRA on external committees conferences and other groups
- Collaborate with consultants surveying construction personnel warehousing personnel real estate consultants vendors and management on matters related to transmission inspection reliability and rehabilitation.
You qualify with:
- Bachelors degree in engineering engineering technology engineering physics biosystems engineering mathematical science physical science or related science plus four or more years of post-Bachelors engineering experience relating to the area of engineering specialization required to perform the job.
- Drivers license
You are a great fit with:
- Bachelors degree in civil engineering electrical engineering or mechanical engineering from an accredited University or a related field or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in transmission line or structural design.
- Dedication to safety quality and continuous improvement.
- Proficiency in routing and crafting transmission lines using PLS-CADD PLS-POLE & PLS-TOWER.
- Capability to craft structures and foundations and provide structure loading trees & review vendor drawings.
- Familiarity with industry codes and standards such as the NESC ASCE ACI and IEEE.
- Strong communication skills to effectively convey engineering designs standards and processes to other engineers and collaborators.
- Proven track record of completing projects on time and within budget.
- Demonstrated ability to develop engineering design standards and procedures.
- Experience mentoring and training engineering staff.
You gain:
- Competitive salary & medical dental vision and legal insurance
- Paid time off including time for vacation sick and family care leave
- 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option
- Life and disability insurance
- Wellness program including wellness incentive
-Extensive learning & development programs
And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need job requirement and individual qualifications without regard to race color religion gender identity national origin age disability sexual orientation genetic information or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources or email . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
