Sargent & Lundy

Senior Transmission Line Engineer - Grid

Sargent & Lundy$108K — $145K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Canada
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS degree from a Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board or ABET-accredited program in the US.
  • Proficiency in PLS-CADD software for transmission line modeling.
  • 7+ years of experience in project teams managing schedules and budgets for transmission line projects.
  • Knowledge of right-of-way requirements and transmission line construction documentation.
  • Familiarity with design codes like NESC, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 500kV range.
  • Conduct cost analyses and develop design criteria for routing and siting transmission lines.
  • Perform conductor selection and grounding studies.
  • Collaborate with vendors and clients to specify components for transmission lines.
  • Lead a small project team managing diverse transmission assignments.
  • Mentor junior staff and assist with their professional development.
  • Develop proposals and cost estimates for new work opportunities.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare plans for all employees.
  • Generous paid time off to support work-life balance.
  • Award-winning benefits recognized by the Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for 2022, 2023, and 2024.
  • Growth and professional development opportunities through mentorship.
  • Occasional travel for site visits and client interaction.
Full Job Description
Description

This position will offer you the ability to apply and expand your knowledge of transmission line engineering including, conductors, hardware, insulation, structures, foundations and electrical principles to:
  • Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 500kV range.
  • Responsibility for cost analyses, development of design criteria, routing and siting of transmission lines.
  • Responsibility for conductor selection studies, shielding, grounding and induction studies.
  • Work with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components.
  • Direct a small project team.

The position will also offer you the opportunity to:
  • Work with experienced engineers and mentor less experienced staff.
  • Work with a diverse client base and interact with the client and other project teams.
  • Occasional travel for site visits and client meetings.
  • Develop proposals and cost estimates for new work.


Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in Canada for this position.

This position may require access to U.S. export-controlled information. As such, candidates must be a citizen of a country listed in Appendix A to Part 810 of the Code of Federal Regulations. Please click here to determine your eligibility.

Essential skills and experience:
  • This position requires a BS degree from a Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board-accredited undergraduate program or a US based ABET-accredited program.
  • Proficiency with PLS-CADD software to able to review transmission line models.
  • 7 or more years of experience as a member of a project team in observing project schedules and budget constraints on diverse transmission assignments that have included the following: transmission line design incorporating code requirements, cost estimate development, schedule creation and coordination, the preparation of specifications for procurement of transmission line materials and construction, and liaising with construction and installation.
  • Knowledge to verify/review right of way requirements, conductor sags/tensions, transmission line plan and profile drawings and construction documents.
  • Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles 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, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
  • Proficiency with MS Office applications.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Attention to detail.

Valued but not required skills and experience:
  • Have a current P.Eng license or the ability to acquire one within one year.
  • Experience in developing engineering proposals and cost estimates.
  • Experience with scheduling.
  • Proficiency with any of the following programs: PLS-TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD, ArcGIS, CDEGS, AutoCAD, MicroStation.


Compensation Range

$108,016.00 - $145,755.00

Transparency Statement

This posting is to fill an existing vacancy. Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all provincial and federal legislation. 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.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits.

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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