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Transmission & Distribution Line Design Engineer

MKEC
Overland Park, KS
Full-time

Responsibilities :

  • Perform analysis and calculations necessary to successfully develop T&D line projects.
  • Verifying and reviewing right of way requirements.
  • Evaluate and develop design drawings depicting conductor sag / tensions, line plan & profile views, bill of materials, structure elevation drawings & details, and associated construction documents.
  • Complete detailed calculations and develop reports and estimates.
  • Use industry standard design tools including the PLS-CADD software suite (including PLS-POLE) and Osmose O-Calc Pro.
  • Routinely interfacing with other MKEC engineering disciplines in the company to successfully design projects with a multi-disciplinary approach.
  • Develop design criteria and material specifications appropriate for the designs, integrating client supplied standards and requirements.
  • Develop T&D line construction design packages from project start to finish, utilizing their strengths and knowledge to work with others in the company including electrical, structural, civil, mechanical, and survey.
  • Development of conceptual / feasibility studies, cost estimating, development of design drawings, site routing, physical design, clearances, material specifications, bill of materials, bid documents, etc.
  • Perform QA / QC on other’s work as required, reviewing for completeness and accuracy.
  • Manage multiple projects within prescribed time-frames.
  • Interactions with vendors and Clients to specify transmission line components.

Requirements :

  • Electrical, Mechanical and / or Civil Engineering bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited program.
  • Possess a minimum of 5-7 years of experience in the electric power industry.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Kansas preferred.
  • Knowledgeable in the modeling, analysis, and design of Transmission and Distribution (T&D) lines & structures, 345kV and below.
  • Solid understanding of applicable codes & standards including the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Standards and other applicable industry standards (e.

g. IEEE, ANSI, CSA, IEC, ASCE, etc.).

  • Familiarity with other related software tools such as LPILE, MFAD, ArcGIS, ETAP, Milsoft WindMil, SKM Power Tools, etc. is a plus.
  • Skilled in the design of wood, laminated and steel structures.
  • Adept at using AutoCAD.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Candidates must be self-motivated, highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and tasks while working in a team environment.
  • Occasional travel for site visits and client meetings may be required.

MKEC offers a competitive compensation package in addition to the following benefits :

  • Group Health Plan
  • Dental Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Holiday Pay
  • Disability Insurance Short & Long-Term
  • Life Insurance / AD&D
  • Flex Spending Account
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Profit Sharing Pension
  • YMCA Reduced Membership
  • YMCA Wellness Coach
  • 30+ days ago
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