AtkinsRéalis

Lead Transmission Line Engineer

AtkinsRéalis$100K — $140K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
  • P.E. registration required or eligibility to obtain within 1-2 years.
  • Minimum 5 years of transmission line design experience.
  • Strong proficiency in using PLS software suite (PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, PLS-TOWER).
  • Experience with GIS software packages like ArcGIS is beneficial.
  • Knowledge of applicable US codes and standards for transmission line design.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in securing T&D projects by sourcing RFPs and developing proposals.
  • Build and manage a team of T&D Engineers to support project growth.
  • Design and engineer 12 kV to 500 kV overhead transmission line projects from design to construction.
  • Conduct feasibility and planning studies for transmission projects.
  • Prepare cost estimates and construction specifications for tenders.
  • Act as a mentor for junior engineers and interface with clients and contractors.
  • Perform field reviews of construction work and ensure compliance with designs.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance.
  • Employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting.
  • Flexible work options and paid time off.
  • Employee stock purchase plan and assistance programs.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a Lead Transmission Line Engineer to join our client's office in Atlanta, GA, Binghamton, NY or Orange, CT.

Your role

  • Actively participate in securing T&D projects by sourcing active RFPs and developing proposals.
  • As revenue grows in the T&D market in the US, help to build and manage a team of T&D Engineers to supplement the other disciplines that currently make up the AtkinsRéalis US Power Solutions BU (Civil/Structural, Mechanical, I&C, Electrical, Process, Piping, Pipe Stress).
  • Detailed design and engineering of 12 kV to 500 kV overhead transmission line projects from conceptual design through to construction.
  • Detailed design of underground transmission line projects from 12 kV to 230 kV.
  • Conduct feasibility and planning studies.
  • Prepare planning and detailed project cost estimates including engineering, materials, and construction.
  • Prepare construction and material specifications and scope documents for construction tenders and contracts.
  • Act as a mentor to junior engineers. Interface with clients and contractors.
  • Coordinate with various disciplines, review work of other engineers and technologists.
  • Interface with permitting agencies and regulatory bodies.
  • Perform field reviews of work during construction.
  • Ability to take on a project engineer and/or project manager role as required.


About you

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
  • P.E. registration is required or eligible to obtain a P.E. within a year or two.
  • Minimum 5 years of transmission lines design experience.
  • Technical acuity in T&D Engineering is required.
  • Ability to inform design process based on previous experience with similar projects.
  • Strong proficiency using PLS software suite; PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE and PLS-TOWER.
  • Ability to perform EMF studies and line loss analysis.
  • Transmission structure foundation design experience is an asset, including direct embed and concrete pier foundation design.
  • Experience using GIS software packages like ArcGIS is an asset.
  • Experience with transmission tower structural analysis is an asset.
  • Familiar with applicable codes, standards, and regulations applicable to transmission line design in the United States.
  • Experience with thermal upgrading and line condition assessments is strongly desired.


Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values-Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence-are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $100,000 - $140,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

Worker Type
Employee

Job Type
Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

About AtkinsRéalis

Founded in 1911, SNC-Lavalin is one of the leading engineering and construction groups in the world and a major player in the ownership of infrastructure. From offices in over 50 countries, SNC-Lavalin's approximately 40,000 employees provide EPC and EPCM services to clients in a variety of industry sectors, including oil and gas, mining and metallurgy, environment and water, infrastructure and power. SNC-Lavalin can also combine these services with its financing and operations and maintenance capabilities to provide complete end-to-end project solutions. SNC-Lavalin maintains exceptionally high standards for health and safety, ethics and compliance and environmental protection, and is committed to delivering quality projects on budget and on schedule to the complete satisfaction of its clients.

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