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Sargent & Lundy · 19 hours ago

Lead Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid

Portland, OR

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff

$132K/yr - $205K/yr

12+ years exp

Sargent & Lundy is a company specializing in engineering solutions, and they are seeking a Lead Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2. The role involves designing complex underground transmission lines, conducting cost analyses, and coordinating with project teams and clients.

ElectronicsEnergyInformation Technology

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Design of complex underground transmission lines for voltages up to 500kV

Responsible for cost analyses, development of design criteria, siting and routing in complex environments, and placement of manholes for underground transmission lines

Responsible for physical design including duct bank layouts, development of trenchless designs, cable pulling calculations, development of drawing packages

Responsible for cable selection studies, determining bonding scheme, performing ampacity calculations

Develop riser structure configuration and structural loading

Develop specifications including cable procurement, duct bank installation, trenchless installation, and general construction specifications

Work and coordinate with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components

Direct project team of other engineers, designers, and drafters

Qualification

Underground transmission designPE LicenseCYMCAP modelingCable tensioning calculationsCost estimate developmentXLPE cable designSpecification preparationDesign codes knowledgeMS Office proficiencyCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

This position requires a BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program

Have current PE License

Proficiency with CYMCAP modeling

Proficiency with cable tensioning calculations and software

12 or more years of experience of leading a design team in the development of complex underground transmission projects

Design experience incorporating code requirements, EPRI recommendations, client requirements

Experience in cost estimate development and schedule creation and coordination

Experience with XLPE cable design

Experience with the preparation of specifications for installation and procurement of underground transmission line materials and components

Knowledge to verify/review right of way requirements, bonding schemes, underground transmission line plan and profile drawings and other construction documents

Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models

Experience in writing and providing support documentation for engineering calculations

Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, EPRI Green Book, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318

Proficiency with MS Office applications

Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Attention to detail