Transmission Line Engineer

Job Role: Transmission Line Engineer

Location: Spring Branch, Texas, USA

Duration: Fulltime

Duties & Responsibilities

• Detail engineering and design of overhead transmission line projects from conceptual design through construction from 4kV to 500kV.
• Detail design of underground transmission line projects from 69kV to 230kV.
• Prepare detail cost estimates and opinion of probable cost statements for project with limited details.
• Prepare construction and material specifications and scope documents for construction tenders and contracts.
• Be responsible for liaison with clients and contractors, coordinating with various disciplines and permitting agencies.
• Ability to take on a project engineer and/or project manager role as required.

Required Skills

• 4 year degree from an accredited college or university in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years of applicable post-graduation design experience
• E. license in the State of Texas, preferred
• Ability to inform design process based on previous experience with similar projects
• Strong proficiency using PLS software suite, Sag10, AutoCAD or Microstation and Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiar with applicable codes, standards and regulations required to design transmission lines in the United States, including publications from NESC, CPUC, ASCE, RUS, etc
• Ability to multi-task from project to project
• Must be able to routinely lift up to 30lbs
• Good organizational skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines within a team environment
• Must be insurable and have a valid driver's license (NO EXCEPTIONS)

Nice to Haves :

P.E. license in the State of Texas