Senior Transmission line Engineer

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We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Transmission Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in transmission line design and provide best practices for related projects. This role involves utilizing advanced tools like PLS-CADD PLS-Pole PLS-Tower and industry standards to deliver reliable cost-effective and high-quality designs. The candidate will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support infrastructure projects in the power transmission and distribution sector.

Howyou can make an impact:

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead transmission design of projects ranging from 69kV to 500kV from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Oversee/Perform calculations modeling and analysis including; Conductor and shield wire selection; Structure loading and analysis; Stringing sag-tension and clearance studies.
• Prepare transmission equipment specifications and data sheets Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) technical bid summaries and purchase recommendations
• Complete skillsets in modeling transmission lines in the PLS suite preparing route alignments preparing plan and profiles detailed knowledge of hardware assemblies and conductors structure detail drawings and BOMs.
• Experience developing assembly framing loading and design drawings for wood concrete steel FRP and lattice transmission structures
• Experience in related electrical studies such as EMF fault current grounding lightning induction impedance losses and voltage drop design for transmission line design.
• Act as a liason with clients and contractors coordinating with various disciplines and permitting agencies and excercising project management skills.
• Experience with geotechnical data interpretation for foundation design and embedment calculations for a variety of transmission structures types and geotechnical requirements.
• Ability to communicate with survey and GIS personnel interpret survey data and incorporate it into PLS-CADD models.
• Ensure designs meet industry codes (ACSE NESC AISC and IEEE) and client specific standards
• Experience with ROW analysis permitting processes and environmental regulations.

General Responsibilities:

• Conduct site visits to gather data assess conditions and support construction as needed.
• Perform load calculations stress analysis and structural optimization for transmission line components.
• Collaborate with project managers drafters and other engineers to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Conduct quality checks on designs and ensure compliance with local state and federal regulations.
• Provide engineering support during construction including addressing RFI (Requests for Information) and field modifications.
• Stay updated on industry trends emerging technologies and changes to design codes and standards.

Bring your passion heres whats needed:

Education:

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering Structural Engineering or a related field (Masters preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain one within 12 months.

Experience:

• 8 years of experience in the design of overhead and underground high voltage and extra high voltage transmission lines including route selection line and structure spotting structure design & analysis and development of construction bid package.
• Proficiency in using PLS-CADD PLS-POLE PLS-TOWER L-Pile NFAD and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in structural analysis software (e.g. RISA SAP2000).
• Familiarity with substation design tools such as AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of industry standards such as ASCE ACI AISC NESC and IEEE.
• Knowledge of soil mechanics foundation design and geotechnical principles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with GIS LIDAR and terrain modeling for transmission line routing.
• Experience with stormwater management and site grading for substations.

How we support you:

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical dental and vision with 100% premium coverage foryou.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Continuous Education Benefits
• Work with industry leaders
• 401K up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)
• Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities based on position.

Location: This position will be remote

Travel: Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)

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