Engineering Associate II - Transmission Line Engineering; Hybrid

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• Prepare scopes for TL projects and assist in the development of project estimates.
• Design Transmission Lines using PLS-CADD modeling software.
• Design Transmission Line structure foundations using MFad, Pls-Caisson, or L-pile.
• Communicate technical information to other collaborators as a transmission line domain expert.
• Prepare Construction Documents under the direct supervision of Engineering staff.
• Evaluate material performance (e.g., structures, foundations, conductors, insulators, etc.) as affected by environmental considerations, material degradation, and construction methods.
• Coordinate and/or perform field inspections related to engineering support requests.
• Collaborate with consultants, surveying, construction personnel, warehousing personnel, real estate, consultants, vendors, and management on matters related to transmission inspection, reliability, and rehabilitation.
• Serve as a department representative on task forces, committees, and cross-functional teams, and represent LCRA on external committees, conferences, and other groups.
• Contribute to the continuous development and maintenance of the TLE Department by updating design standards, procedures, and process maps.

• Bachelors degree in engineering, engineering technology, engineering physics, biosystems engineering, mathematical science, physical science or related science plus one or more years of post-Bachelors engineering experience relating to the area of engineering specialization required to perform the job.
• Driver's license

• Experience in crafting high voltage power lines (69kV - 345kV) or similar type projects.
• Proficiency in routing and crafting transmission lines using PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, & PLS-TOWER.
• Capability to craft structures and foundations and provide structure loading trees & review vendor drawings.
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards such as the NESC, ASCE, ACI, and IEEE.
• Strong communication skills to effectively convey engineering designs, standards, and processes to other engineers and collaborators.
• 3 years of experience in engineering related field.
• Dedication to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance
• Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
• 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option
• Life and disability insurance
• Wellness program including wellness incentive

And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

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