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TRC Companies, Inc. · 3 days ago

Transmission Engineer III

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$93K/yr - $149K/yr

5+ years exp

TRC Companies, Inc. is an innovative engineering firm dedicated to providing cutting-edge solutions for various clients. The Transmission Engineer III role involves designing and planning transmission and distribution line projects, ensuring compliance with safety and engineering standards while monitoring construction activities.

ConstructionConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringProfessional Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Preliminary design and budgetary estimate for projects ranging from 115kV to 500kV to include planning and design for new lines, relocations, upgrades and fiber optic attachment

Develop material lists in Excel spreadsheets

Develop structure framing structure details, to include specifying all parts, hardware, insulators and grounding details for different pole materials, such as steel, round wood or laminated wood

Be familiar with environmental and licensing processes and how to coordinate issues in the transmission line design process

Site new transmission line and be able to coordinate and asses the impacts of real estate, licensing and environmental constraints on the overall engineering process

Develop project schedule that incorporates all facets of design, client reviews, licensing and all other activities for successful project completion

Develop plan - profile drawings under your direction

Develop a complete design package that incorporates all necessary details for construction, such as work lists, construction staking table, stringing sag charts, etc

Develop material and construction specifications

Engineering calculations to assure safety and performance of equipment and systems

Coordinating equipment delivery and design engineering to meet construction schedules

Assist in checking completed job for adequacy of design and documentation

Monitor the construction of transmission line project to ensure compliance with plans and specifications. Activities may include, but not be limited to, the following:

A) Act as Resident Engineer on projects of any magnitude

B) Safety and Security -- Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly

C) Interpret complex plans and specifications and apply available information to ensure that all project design requirements are satisfied

D) Maintain familiarity with appropriate engineering and construction codes and ensure compliance with all codes

E) Assist in preparation and/or monitoring of complex construction schedules to ensure timely completion of the work

F) Assist in on-site design or investigation work to ensure adequacy of contractor's methods

Qualification

Transmission line designPower Line modelingCivil/Structural EngineeringP.E. certificationExcel proficiencyInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's Degree, Civil/Structural Engineering, or related

5+ years experience within electrical transmission line design engineering

P.E. preferred, or EIT, with the ability to be certified as a professional engineer as soon as eligible

Proficiency with Power Line and Structure modeling for computer aided and design development. PLS-CADD and associated modules (POLE, TOWER), Excel, MFAD or Lpile, NESC

Knowledge in ACI, ASCE Pole manual, AISC Steel manual preferred, but not required

Familiarity with industry codes standards and practices for electric utility practice

Interpersonal and communication skills

Demonstrated initiative and ability to lead

Attention to detail

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.

401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match

Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year.

All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.

TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

Company

TRC Companies, Inc.

Glassdoor3.6

TRC stands for adaptability.

Founded in 1961

Lowell, Massachusetts, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.trccompanies.com/

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