Lead Engineer - Transmission Lines

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for consideration to fill an open Lead Engineer - Transmission Lines position in our Client’s office in Augusta, ME. This position will have a hybrid schedule.

The Program Management Services Division at LaBella provides comprehensive management services for complex projects and multi-year capital programs. Project teams are established to provide a customized mix of business consulting, project management, financial control and monitoring, administrative, and technical support services.

Salary Range:$100,000 - $140,000

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and work location.

Responsibilities

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

• 2-5 years of engineering experience in the functional area

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology

• PE requested

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events