Transmission Line Engineer

BBA, Inc.

$90K — $120K *
Salem, NH 03079In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical, civil or structural engineering
  • Registered professional engineer in the U.S. or eligible within 1 month
  • 8+ years of transmission line design experience
  • Familiar with CSA standards and utility design practices
  • Proficient in PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE and/or PLS-TOWER software
  • Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or MicroStation
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Design overhead transmission lines including conductor selection and structure optimization
  • Prepare engineering deliverables like design calculations and technical reports
  • Conduct structural load analysis under varying conditions
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams during projects
  • Review vendor drawings and assist in procurement
  • Provide engineering support during construction phases
  • Participate in project management tasks including tracking and planning

Benefits

  • Annual premium program for employees
  • Time bank for additional flexibility
  • Comprehensive group insurance from day one
  • 401(k) retirement plan for future savings
  • Annual paid time off (PTO) for work-life balance
  • Paid statutory holidays for time to recharge
  • Referral bonus for bringing in new talent
  • Access to personalized growth opportunities
  • Collaborative and inclusive team culture
Full Job Description
Type of position: Régulier

Your future role on our team
We're seeking amotivated and detail-oriented Transmission Line Engineer to join our growingengineering team. You'll be responsible for designing and analyzing overheadand underground high-voltage transmission line projects, ranging from 115 kV to765 kV. This role offers the opportunity to work on utility-scale projects andcollaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic consulting environment.

With us, you'll get the opportunityto...
  • Perform detailed design of overhead transmission lines, including:
    - Conductor and shield wire selection
    - Structure spotting and optimization
    - Sag and tension calculations
    - Clearance analysis
  • Prepare engineering deliverables such as:
    - Plan and profile drawings
    - Stringing charts
    - Design calculations and technical reports
  • Conduct structural load analysis for poles and towers under wind, ice and broken-wire conditions
  • Coordinate with civil, geotechnical, environmental and survey teams
  • Review vendor drawings and support procurement activities
  • Provide engineering support during construction and respond to field inquiries
  • Ensure designs comply with applicable CSA standards, utility requirements and regulatory guidelines

Projectmanagement and client engagement

  • Provide engineering services and consulting work as a lead designer or as a supporting team member, building client relationships
  • Participate in project management activities, including cost tracking, deadline management and resource planning
  • Lead coordination meetings, both internally and with clients, demonstrating technical leadership
  • Conduct site surveys and assessments to inform design decisions
  • Participate in commissioning equipment at client sites, locally and internationally, ensuring successful project delivery

Leadershipand mentoring

  • Coach and mentor junior and intermediate engineers, fostering their technical growth and professional development
  • Supervise and guide junior and intermediate team members through complex design projects and problem-solving processes
  • Share your expertise by leading design reviews and providing constructive feedback for technical work
  • Support the development of technical skills and career progression for junior team members

Do your qualities and values match ourcorporate culture?

  • Results-driven
  • Desire to motivate and train the next generation
  • Thirst to learn and excel
  • Caring mindset that puts people first
  • Efficient, both at the office and the work site
  • Rigorous and ethical


Summary of certifications and jobrequirements
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical, civil or structural engineering
  • Registered as a professional engineer in the United States or eligible for registration within 1 month of hiring
  • At least 8 years of transmission line design experience
  • Working knowledge of CSA standards and utility design practices
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
  • Experience with PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE and/or PLS-TOWER
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D or MicroStation
  • Experience working with LiDAR data and terrain models
  • Knowledge of foundation design or geotechnical coordination
  • Experience with transmission line uprating or rehabilitation projects

Software experience:
  • PLS-CADD
  • PLS-POLE / PLS-TOWER
  • AutoCAD / Civil 3D / MicroStation
  • ArcGIS or other GIS tools
  • Microsoft Excel (advanced)

An overview ofBBA's total rewards
  • Annual premium program for regular employees
  • Time bank
  • Group insurance plan from the first day of employment
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Annual paid time off (PTO)
  • Statutory holidays
  • Premium for employee referrals

BBA considersmany factors when determining the annual base salary, including location,market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technicalassessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.

At BBA, you get many benefits:
  • Interesting growth opportunities to match your ambitions
  • A caring environment where everyone's ideas are listened to and there is no perception of hierarchy
  • A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge
  • Opportunity for site work: an amazing career accelerator!
  • Participation in our firm's major projects up to 2030:
    - BBA's carbon neutrality
    - 30% of women on our team
    - and much more!
  • Custom training and development plans


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