Transmission Engineer

K&A Engineering Consulting

$95K — $115K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program.
  • 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering specific to transmission lines.
  • Ability to perform engineering responsibilities independently with minimal supervision.
  • Strong knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures.
  • Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Select conductors for optimal performance in transmission.
  • Recommend appropriate structures for line design projects.
  • Conduct studies on insulation, A/C interference, static wire, and grounding.
  • Design detailed line plans, profiles, and cross-section details.
  • Utilize LiDAR and aerial data for design purposes.
  • Incorporate sensitive resource data into design and placement decisions.
  • Lead transmission line design for capital projects and ensure compliance with standards.

Benefits

  • Collaborative and people-focused work environment.
  • Opportunity to work on impactful projects in energy and utility sectors.
  • Dynamic team atmosphere where contributions are valued.
  • Access to advanced technology and resources for project execution.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Transmission Engineer to join our team at K&A Engineering in Binghamton, New York. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You'll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

Role Expectations:
  • Conductor Selection
  • Structure recommendations
  • Insulation, A/C interference, static wire, grounding studies
  • Line Design: Plans and Profiles, Cross section details
  • LiDAR and aerial photo data
  • Utilization of wetlands, vernal pool and sensitive resource data in line and structure design and placement
  • Detailed estimate and probability modeling
  • Other studies as required to complete the projects
  • Lead overall transmission line design for all capital projects
  • Review/Design transmission line plan and profile drawings using PLSCAD to ensure compliance with Avangrid TM standards and NESC/other standards
  • Drive the project plan for transmission line routing and strategy, specifically:
    • Decide whether to rebuild existing lines or obtain additional right of way based on area congestion and local politics/permitting issues
    • Determine required structure designs based on design constraints
    • Determine routing in and around into congested stations to optimize design/reliability and minimize the number of crossings

What we're looking for:
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program.
  • 5+ years of electrical engineering experience within transmission lines
  • Perform engineering responsibilities without assistance and minimal supervision
  • Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures
  • Strong attention to detail, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving

Pay Range $95,000-$115,000/annually

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