Transmission Line Engineer 2

GAI is seeking an Engineer 2 (transmission line) to join our Power Delivery team working remotely based in Austin TX. Required skills include transmission line design experience critical thinking problem solving organization team-focus and eagerness to apply learned engineering principles to solve real life problems. We value work-life balance and offer flexibility this position can be performed in a hybrid or fully remote capacity. #Remote #Transmission Line #INDHP #LI-JB1

The Engineer 2 is responsible for technical leadership and the successful delivery of transmission line designs while maintaining the scope schedule budget and quality of projects within GAIs Transmission & Distribution Division. This individual should be technically focused and a strong leader with developed technical communication and computer skills.

Competency

• Knowledge of electric utility transmission line engineering and design.

Job Responsibilities:

• Complete day-to-day project tasks as required for successful project delivery. Tasks may include:
• Preparation of Specification Packages
• Preparation of Structural and Fabrication Drawings
• Design and Analysis of Transmission Lines using PLS-CADD PLS-POLE and PLS-Tower is a bonus
• Design and Analysis of foundations.
• Analysis of existing and proposed structures with regard to Client and Other required codes standards and specifications.
• Performance of Electrical Clearance checks and calculations.
• Apply engineering principles to assist in the design of Power Delivery Projects.
• Must demonstrate attention to detail.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Perform complex tasks typically following established processes.
• Implements effective engineering methods provides technical guidance and acts as a resource for engineers and designers.
• Directly manages projects with no limit to the number or value of individual projects managed.

Education and Training Preferred:

• Bachelors degree from an ABET accredited college or university in engineering is required. Preferred a degree in Civil or Electrical engineering.
• PE License required
• Comprehensive knowledge of transmission line design concepts and principles.
• Demonstrated track record of external customer engagements and building and maintaining successful client relationships.
• 6 years of experience in transmission line design.
• Required experience with PLS suite (PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE).
• Preferred experience with PLS-TOWER and FAD Tools.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to workindoorsin professional office settings.
• Ability to sit for extended periods whileperforming computer-based tasks.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing writing and handling office equipment.
• Visual acuity to readprinted materials digital screens detailed documentsand perform detailed work.
• Occasional standing walking bending or reaching within the office move between workstations and attend in-person meetings.
• Ability to lift and carry office materials or equipmentweighingup to 10-20 pounds with or withoutassistance.
• Adequatehearingtoparticipatein conversations phone calls and virtual meetings.
• Ability to travel for meetings training or business purposes.

Travel:

• 10%

General Characteristics

• Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
• Independently evaluates selects and adapts standard techniques procedures and criteria.
• Leads tasks and projects of moderately complex scopes.
• Develops plans specifications and other project documents.
• Selects appropriate principles of engineering economics and probability and statistics to analyze risk in a complex engineering problem.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 6 Years of Experience

Education

• B.S. or M.S. Engineering

Certification/Licensure

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License

Technical Responsibilities

• Designs a complete project system component or process.
• Prepares complete plans specifications and other project documents.
• Begins to develop and reviews complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance.

Management Responsibility

• Receives general direction on key objectives. Receives guidance on unconventional/complex problems direction on modified techniques and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria.
• Mentors junior staff by providing guidance explaining professional responsibilities and reviewing work products.
• Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments.

Communication Skills

• Communicates effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences.

Why GAI

At GAI exceptional people have an exceptional place to workgrowleadand achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of acollaborativeteam thats committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

• Competitive salary -âGAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical vision dentalcompanypaidLong Term Disability andShort-TermDisability(benefits start within 30 days of hire)
• NewpaidMaternity/Paternity/Adoption program
• Generous Paid Time Offand7 paid holidaysâ
• 401k company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

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