Sargent & Lundy

Lead Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy$134K — $205K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Energy & Utilities
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
  • 12+ years of transmission design experience.
  • Proficiency in PLS-CADD software.
  • Experience in preparing scopes, conceptual designs, and specifications.
  • Direct client interaction on transmission lines from 69kV to 500kV.
  • Knowledge of engineering standards (NESC, IEC, ASCE, ACI, IEEE, ANSI).
  • Experience in reviewing others' design drawings.

Responsibilities

  • Design transmission lines ranging from 69kV to 765kV.
  • Mentor and train junior design team members.
  • Ensure design activities meet specifications, codes, and client needs.
  • Prepare clear and concise technical reports and studies.
  • Perform independent reviews of calculations and designs.
  • Follow Sargent & Lundy’s System of Processes.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health plans including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Life and accident insurance, and disability coverage.
  • Flexible work arrangements supporting work-life balance.
  • 401(k) plan with company contributions.
  • Generous paid time off including vacation and parental leave.
  • Tuition assistance and merit scholarship programs.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include the following:

  • Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 765kV range.
  • Mentor and train less experienced design team members.
  • Coordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
  • Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and S&L formats.
  • Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations, drawing preparation, and transmission line models based in PLS-CADD.
  • Adhere to Sargent & Lundy's System of Processes.
Qualifications

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

 

Essential skills and experience:

  • BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
  • 12 or more years of transmission design experience. 
  • Proficiency with PLS-CADD software.
  • Experience must include preparation of scopes of work, development of conceptual designs, determination of design basis, the selection of equipment and materials, and the preparation and assembling of calculations and specifications.
  • Experience working directly with clients on transmission lines from 69kV through 500kV.
  • Knowledge of engineering standards including NESC, IEC, ASCE, ACI, IEEE and ANSI.
  • Experience reviewing design drawings created by others.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

  • PE license
  • PMP certification
  • Construction experience 
  • Familiarity with ArcGIS
Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

 

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
Compensation Range$134,546 - $205,557 Transparency StatementSargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

About Sargent & Lundy

Sargent & Lundy is an engineering consulting firm that provides comprehensive engineering, energy business consulting, and project services for power generation and transmission projects. The company was founded in 1891 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Sargent & Lundy has a team of over 2,000 professionals who have extensive experience in the power industry and can provide clients with innovative solutions to complex challenges. The company has worked on a wide range of projects including nuclear power plants, fossil fuel power plants, and renewable energy projects.
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Founded
1891

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