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Transmission Line Engineer

Electrical Consultants, Inc.
Austin, TX, USA
Full-time
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Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consultant firm that provides engineering, system planning and studies, technical consultation, project management, surveying, environmental planning, commissioning / testing and construction services to electric utilities, energy developers and industrials throughout the U.

S. Our experience includes system voltages from 4.16 kV through 765 kV.

ECI has immediate openings for transmission line engineers at any of the locations identified above. A hybrid work model to work from home is possible.

Responsibilities include the conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new and upgraded transmission lines, including material procurement and construction support through line energization.

The successful candidate will work under the direction and mentorship of a senior level engineer to develop design calculations, detail drawings, specifications, and other documents for the construction of power line facilities.

  • Specific responsibilities include creating project scope documents; finite element design modeling using PLS-CADD software;
  • engineering design of structures and foundations; developing loading, framing, foundation and plan & profile drawing sets;
  • creating staking sheets, sag charts, and other construction exhibits; producing material and construction specifications;

and performing other design tasks as needed. Additional responsibilities may include assisting with the planning and execution of best-in-class projects, including client and stakeholder coordination, training and mentoring of design staff, project quality assurance, and oversight of designers, drafters and support staff.

  • Minimum Requirements : Bachelor of Science or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering;
  • 2+ years' design engineering experience, project engineering experience, or an acceptable combination of education and experience ;
  • excellent verbal and written communication skills ; strong organization and planning skills; ability to work in a team environment;

commitment to quality and accuracy; and a willingness to meet fast-paced project schedules. A PE license or the commitment to progress towards PE licensure is preferred.

The successful applicant must have fundamental knowledge of transmission engineering principals and applicable codes, standards, and design tools.

Experience with basic project management execution skills, and the ability to oversee and direct design personnel on a project team is a plus.

The successful applicant may be subject to client-mandated drug and background checking. Occasional travel / driving is required;

therefore, the successful applicant will be subject to ECI's auto insurance carrier requirements. Applicants must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.

g., H-1B visa status) now or in the future.

Salary commensurate with experience and education. Benefits include the following :

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • 401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan
  • Paid vacation, personal days and holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Continued professional education reimbursement

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) employs over 800 engineers, designers, project managers, surveyors, ROW agents, environmental planners, construction professionals and support staff in 20+ offices across the U.

S. ECI has over 35 years of experience in the planning, engineering and construction of a wide range of power delivery projects including substations, transmission lines, distribution systems, communication systems and industrial electrical facilities.

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An Equal Opportunity Employer

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19 days ago
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