Senior Transmission Engineer

As a Senior Engineer in the Transmission group, you will perform engineering analysis, design, and project support activities for overhead transmission and distribution line projects. Responsibilities include the development of design packages, engineering calculations, mentoring, technical reports, and project deliverables supporting utility and power delivery clients. In this role, an employee will be expected to demonstrate proficiency in regard to the essential functions of the job below.

• →Engineers and manages overhead transmission and distribution line designs
• →Produces and reviews full design packages including plan and profile drawings, pole assembly details, pole grounding/guying details, steel framing details, structure loading diagrams or structure design and fabrication details, foundation design and construction details, and supporting calculation packages
• →Performs detailed selection of equipment/hardware
• →Writes & Reviews material, construction, and steel specifications
• →Creates project schedules and project/construction cost estimates
• →Reviews of submittals for conformance with specifications and design
• →Prepares hand and computer-based calculations and models for structural designs; create a simple hand check to quantify the computer aided results
• →Prepares a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including cost estimates, budget reports, proposals, and studies
• →Performs field inspection and construction supervision services
• →Checks the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and ensure accuracy as required
• →Works with other project team members and produces project deliverables as assigned.
• →Interprets requests for proposals for projects, understand scopes and develop cost estimates, schedules, and assumptions
• →Assists with client contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments and meetings
• →Engages in lifelong learning to maintain knowledge of contemporary issues
• →Attends conferences, training workshops, seminars, regular undergraduate and graduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality of work
• →Provides technical assistance and training for junior engineers
• →Assigns work to and coordinates work with entry level engineers and other technical staff.
• →Perform other job-related responsibilities as assigned.

• Model complex configurations, recognize and resolve issues identified by output reports.
• Good understanding of soil conditions and how they influence design decisions.
• Strong understanding of the NESC, and applicable ASCE, AISC, GO-95, ANSI, ASTM, IEC, and IEEE standards for transmission line design
• Proficiency with AutoCAD required or can obtain within six (6) months of employment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and other computer software
• Understanding of structural analysis, including steel, wood, and concrete design
• Understand and comprehend applicable Codes and Standards
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills and effective written and oral communication skills with a strong command of the English language
• Ability to develop staff through mentoring
• Experience using PLS-CADD Optimum Spotting tool
• Experience with MFAD or L-pile for foundation design
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Technology, Mechanical, Structural or a related engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• 6-8 years of engineering or relevant field experience with a 3+ years using PLS-CADD, and PLS-POLE

• Work is performed primarily in an office setting; some field work may be required.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods and operate a computer and other office productivity equipment.
• Frequently communicates and collaborates with clients, engineers, designers, contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.
• Must be able to move around project sites and work in indoor or outdoor environments as required.
• Travel may be required based on client and project needs.

• Independent yet Collaborative
• Dependable
• Creative Problem Solver
• Natural Communicator
• Flexible
• Results oriented
• Client Focused
• Enthusiastic

• Exempt | Overtime pay is not required

• The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the USA.
• If your current job responsibilities differ from your assigned duties, please contact Human Resources.