Sargent & Lundy

Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy$69K — $99K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
  • Related engineering experience through internships or co-ops.
  • Proficiency with PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE software.
  • 1+ years in transmission line engineering or a Master's degree.
  • Understanding of engineering principles in transmission line design.
  • Familiarity with design tools and techniques for technical plans and models.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

  • Design transmission lines for 69kV to 765kV.
  • Conduct structural analysis of various types of transmission line structures.
  • Perform foundation designs.
  • Select conductors and conduct studies on shielding, grounding, and induction.
  • Estimate costs and prepare specifications for procurement.
  • Model transmission lines using PLS-CADD and create detailed plan and profile drawings.
  • Review vendor submittals and ensure compliance with specifications.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement with three days in the office and two days remote.
  • Generous relocation package based on location.
Full Job Description
Description

This position will offer you the ability to directly apply your knowledge of transmission line engineering including, conductors, hardware, insulation, structures, foundations and electrical principles to:

  • Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 765kV range.
  • Perform structural analysis and design of pole, lattice, framed, and guyed structures.
  • Perform foundation designs.
  • Perform conductor selection studies, shielding, grounding and induction studies.
  • Develop cost estimates and schedules and prepare specifications for the procurement of transmission line materials and construction.
  • Specify transmission line components.
  • Model transmission lines in PLS-CADD, determine right of way requirements, calculate conductor sags, and develop transmission line plan and profile drawings.
  • Review vendor submittals.

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of spending 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 degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
  • Related engineering, internship or co-op work experience.
  • Proficiency with PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE.
  • 1 or more years of experience in transmission line engineering or a Master's degree.
  • Knowledge of the practical application of engineering principles including basic transmission line engineering.
  • Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
  • Proficiency with MS Office applications.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

  • Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training.
  • Proficiency with any of the following programs: PLS-TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD, ArcGIS, CDEGS, AutoCAD, Microstation.
  • 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.
AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy

In this role, we expect people to be willing or able to solve problems using modern tools:

  • You are expected to take engineering problems from issue to solution using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.
  • Many engineers in these roles build or use automation to create calculations, summarize technical documents, or draft design documentation, including appropriate use of agentic AI tools, with strong engineering judgment and verification of results.
  • Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation is valued but not required.
  • We also value additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other training in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps you apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems.
Compensation Range$69,298 - $99,644 Transparency StatementSargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. 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. Awards & Recognition

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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