Senior Transmission Line Engineer 1 - Grid

Company: Sargent & Lundy
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: April 21, 2025

Job Description:

Description:

Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.

WORK LOCATION: This position allows for a hybrid / flexible work schedule with a mix of work spent on site at the Sargent & Lundy office in Peachtree Corners 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.
Direct a small project team.

The position will also offer you the opportunity to:

Work with experienced engineers and mentor less experienced staff.
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 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.

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Award-Winning 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 & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-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
Compensation Range: $78,400.00 - $119,850.00 Awards & Recognition:

Equal Opportunity:

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

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