Transmission Line Engineer
- Location : Kansas City, MO 64105 (hybrid work schedule)
- Hours : (M-F) 8 : 00a-5 : 00p (flexible)
- Pay : $87,000-$181,100 / yr
- Direct Placement Position
Job Description :
- With minimal supervision, this position is responsible for all aspects of transmission line design and analysis.
- Regular duties include line routing, structure design and selection, foundation design, conductor evaluation, budget estimates, structure spotting / survey, preparation of labor and material specifications, construction drawings with bills of material and construction contract documents.
- Coordinates projects with other departments for successful execution of work.
- Conducts failure investigations, reviews internal and external projects that impact existing or planned transmission facilities and develops plans to ensure safe operation of the transmission infrastructure.
- Implements new technologies to increase reliability of operations.
- Direct contact with customers at their locations and work schedules may be required periodically.
Skills & Qualifications :
- Requires proficient knowledge of basic engineering principles and advanced mathematics.
- Prefer a working knowledge of power systems, a mechanical aptitude and surveying experience.
- Must be proficient in use of PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE, AutoCAD, and foundation design software such as MFAD or LPile.
- Must be proficient in the use of spreadsheets, word processing and database software.
- Successful candidate must be able to evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria, using good judgment in making adaptations and modifications.
- Working knowledge of the technical environment and all governing codes and regulations, including the National Electric Safety Code, is preferred.
- Requires the ability to plan, design and supervise a project to completion, within time and budgetary constraints. Must have demonstrated good organizational skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with others.
- Must have excellent teamwork and people skills.
- Must have initiative and be a self-starter.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Preference will be given to EITs or PEs.
11 days ago