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Senior Level - Transmission Line Engineer

Sargent & Lundy
Chicago, IL
Full-time

Description

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in office and working remote from home.

This position will offer you the ability to apply and expand your knowledge of transmission line engineering including, conductors, hardware, insulation, structures, foundations and electrical principles to :

  • 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.

The position will also offer you the opportunity to :

  • 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.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience :

  • This position requires a BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
  • Proficiency with PLS-CADD software to able to review transmission line models.
  • 5 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.

Valued but not required skills and experience :

  • 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.

Sargent & Lundy is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.

Award Winning Compensation & Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives.

We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits.

Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance

  • 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

Awards & Recognition

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