Sargent & Lundy

Lead Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid

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

Qualifications

  • BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program required.
  • Current PE License mandatory.
  • 12+ years leading design teams for complex underground transmission projects.
  • Proficient in CYMCAP modeling and cable tensioning calculations/software.
  • Experience in cost estimates and project scheduling development.
  • Familiarity with various design codes and standards (NESC, IEEE, etc.).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Design complex underground transmission lines up to 500kV.
  • Conduct cost analyses and develop design criteria and routing in challenging environments.
  • Create physical designs including duct bank layouts and cable pulling calculations.
  • Perform cable selection studies and ampacity calculations.
  • Develop riser structure configurations and specifications for procurement.
  • Coordinate with vendors and clients for transmission line components.
  • Lead project teams including engineers, designers, and drafters.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement: three days in-office, two remote.
  • Generous relocation package available based on location.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

This position will offer you the ability to apply and expand your knowledge of underground transmission line engineering, including routing, duct bank configurations, manhole placement and electrical principles to:

  • Design of complex underground transmission lines for voltages up to 500kV
  • Responsible for cost analyses, development of design criteria, siting and routing in complex environments, and placement of manholes for underground transmission lines
  • Responsible for physical design including duct bank layouts, development of trenchless designs, cable pulling calculations, development of drawing packages
  • Responsible for cable selection studies, determining bonding scheme, performing ampacity calculations
  • Develop riser structure configuration and structural loading
  • Develop specifications including cable procurement, duct bank installation, trenchless installation, and general construction specifications
  • Work and coordinate with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components
  • Direct project team of other engineers, designers, and drafters

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days. Dependent upon your location, this opportunity offers a generous relocation package.

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.
  • Have current PE License
  • Proficiency with CYMCAP modeling
  • Proficiency with cable tensioning calculations and software
  • 12 or more years of experience of leading a design team in the development of complex underground transmission projects
  • Design experience incorporating code requirements, EPRI recommendations, client requirements
  • Experience in cost estimate development and schedule creation and coordination
  • Experience with XLPE cable design
  • Experience with the preparation of specifications for installation and procurement of underground transmission line materials and components
  • Knowledge to verify/review right of way requirements, bonding schemes, underground transmission line plan and profile drawings and other construction documents
  • Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals 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, EPRI Green Book, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318
  • Proficiency with MS Office applications
  • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
  • Attention to detail

Valued but not required skills and experience:

  • Experience with High Pressure Gas Filled or High-Pressured Fluid Filled pipe type cable systems and associated equipment
  • Experience with underground distribution or low voltage cable systems
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.

 

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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