Sargent & Lundy · 1 day ago
Senior Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$96K/yr - $148K/yr
7+ years expSargent & Lundy is a company specializing in engineering services, and they are seeking a Senior Transmission Line Engineer to apply and expand knowledge of transmission line engineering. The role involves designing transmission lines, conducting cost analyses, and working with clients and vendors on component specifications.
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Responsibilities
Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 500kV range
Responsibility for cost analyses, development of design criteria, routing and siting of transmission lines
Responsibility for conductor selection studies, shielding, grounding and induction studies
Work with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components
Work with a diverse client base and interact with the client and other project teams
Occasional travel for site visits and client meetings
Develop proposals and cost estimates for new work
Qualification
Required
This position requires a BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program
Proficiency with PLS-CADD software to able to review transmission line models
7 or more years of experience as a member of a project team in observing project schedules and budget constraints on diverse transmission assignments that have included the following: transmission line design incorporating code requirements, cost estimate development, schedule creation and coordination, the preparation of specifications for procurement of transmission line materials and construction, and liaising with construction and installation
Knowledge to verify/review right of way requirements, conductor sags/tensions, transmission line plan and profile drawings and construction documents
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles 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, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318
Proficiency with MS Office applications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail
Preferred
Have a current PE license or the ability to acquire one within one year
Experience in developing engineering proposals and cost estimates
Experience with scheduling
Proficiency with any of the following programs: PLS-TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD, ArcGIS, CDEGS, AutoCAD, MicroStation
Benefits
Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
Life & Accident Insurance
Disability Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Back-Up Daycare
FSA & HSA
401(k)
Pre-Tax Commuter Account
Merit Scholarship Program
Employee Discount Program
Corporate Charitable Giving Program
Tuition Assistance
First Professional Licensure Bonus
Employee Referral Bonus
Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Bereavement Leave
Flexible Work Arrangements
Company
Sargent & Lundy
Sargent & Lundy is a power generated company that provides technical expertise and integration for global use.
1001-5000 employees
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