Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
5+ years of experience in transmission line engineering within the electric utility sector.
Proficiency in PLS-CADD and related software for transmission line design.
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail in structural loading and foundation design.
Knowledge of industry standards such as NESC, ASCE, IEEE, and AISC.
Responsibilities
Lead and develop transmission line designs for both new and existing projects.
Assist in proposal development and act as Technical Lead for projects.
Conduct QA reviews and mentor junior engineers and designers.
Estimate costs for labor, materials, and construction related to transmission lines.
Perform field inspections and route evaluations to support construction efforts.
Create and review construction bid documents and contracts.
Benefits
100% employee-owned with an employer-funded stock ownership plan (ESOP).
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
Generous paid time off including 10 holidays, 12 days of vacation, and 9 sick days.
Support for employee growth through STEM courses, tuition assistance, and development programs.
Additional benefits including wellness programs, fertility assistance, and flexible spending options.
Full Job Description
As a Transmission Line Engineer in Engineering Services, you'll provide solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide .
Key Responsibilities:
Lead, coordinate, and develop transmission line designs for greenfield and brownfield projects. This includes PLS-CADD modeling, structural analysis, development of design criteria, wire selection, etc.
Assist with proposal development and serve as the Technical Lead for transmission line projects.
Perform QA reviews and provide mentorship to less experienced engineers and designers.
Estimate labor, material, and construction costs for transmission line projects.
Conduct field inspections, route evaluations, and provide construction support.
Create construction bid documents, review contracts, specifications, bids, and offer recommendations.
This job might be for you if you possess the following:
Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
5+ years of transmission line engineering experience in the electric utility industry.
Proficiency in transmission line design, including:
Develop plan and profile drawings.
Structure loading and analysis for wood, steel, and concrete poles/towers.
Sag-tension calculations and conductor clearance analysis.
Foundation design for transmission structures.
Route selection and environmental considerations.
Knowledge of permitting procedures, right-of-way, property lines, and easements.
Familiarity with industry standards such as NESC, ASCE, IEEE, AISC, ACI, ASTM, and RUS specifications.
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Capable of supervising and training new team members.
Proficiency in PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, PLS-TOWER, and SAG10 software.
Experience with structural analysis tools such as LPile, and RISA 3D / RISA Foundation.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience designing transmission lines ranging from 69kV to 500kV, along with proficiency or working knowledge of power line design software related to Power Line Systems (PLS) tools.
Experience with renewable energy integration and grid modernization projects
P.E. license or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe.
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
We're 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
Pay Range Data
Project Engineer III $120,000.00 - $180,000 per year. Our pay ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location. We base our starting pay offer and title on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.
Communication with Applicants
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About Schweitzer Engineering Labs
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL) designs, manufactures, and supports products and services ranging from generator and transmission protection to distribution automation and control systems. Founded in 1982 by Edmund O. Schweitzer III, SEL is headquartered in Pullman, Washington, and has operations in over 80 countries. SEL's products and services are used by utilities, industrial companies, and transportation systems to ensure the safe and reliable operation of their power systems. SEL is known for its innovative solutions and commitment to customer service, and has won numerous awards for its products and workplace culture.
