Transmission Line Designer

Job Title:

Transmission Line Designer

Job Description

This role supports key business objectives by designing overhead and underground transmission lines, developing and maintaining transmission line standards, and providing construction support for capital and maintenance projects. The Transmission Line Engineer collaborates closely with internal and external partners, including Substation Design, Planning, Asset Management, Operations, Legal & Real Estate, and Local Government & Community Affairs, to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective transmission solutions across the service territory.

Responsibilities

* Serve as a key contributor on capital, competitive, and maintenance design projects by reviewing and checking designs submitted by contractors, issuing approved designs for construction, and participating in the development of conceptual transmission line designs and routing.

* Collaborate with and review designs created by other Engineers and Associate Engineers to ensure technical accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable standards and codes.

* Prepare detailed cost estimates, material requisitions, technical specifications, and engineering drawings for projects designed internally.

* Respond to inquiries from Planning and other departments regarding existing or future transmission line and substation projects within the company's territory.

* Participate actively on a work team of Transmission Line Design Engineers to coordinate project work, share technical knowledge, and support common objectives.

* Contribute to work group policy development and implementation, including participating in discussions, negotiations, and resolution of technical and procedural issues.

* Collaborate with other engineers and departments on consulting assignments, project management activities, standards development, resource organization, and maintenance planning.

* Provide technical support and recommendations to field personnel and contractors for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of transmission system components.

* Offer expertise to projects and committees on both technical and non-technical matters related to design engineering and transmission line standards.

* Generate internal and external reports on various aspects of the transmission system, including design, performance, and project status.

* Attend meetings and training sessions to maintain and enhance professional knowledge, technical skills, and understanding of industry standards and best practices.

Essential Skills

* Bachelor's degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering, or relevant equivalent combination of education and experience.

* Minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience as an Electric Transmission Line or Substation Design Engineer, or at least ten (10) years of experience as a Transmission Line Designer.

* Demonstrated experience in transmission line design, including overhead and underground lines, and familiarity with high-voltage applications.

* Knowledge of electric utility system operations, planning, protection, design, construction, and/or maintenance functions.

* Proficiency with design tools such as PLS-CADD and AutoCAD for transmission line and related civil or electrical design tasks.

* Experience in electrical or civil engineering as it relates to power distribution and transmission line design.

* Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including the National Electric Safety Code (NESC), American Concrete Institute (ACI), and American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) for civil engineering applications.

* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access.

* Ability to quickly learn and effectively utilize job-specific engineering and design software.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to document findings and recommendations clearly.

* Effective verbal and written communication skills for interaction with colleagues, leadership, contractors, and external stakeholders.

* Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities while working under minimal supervision in a collaborative team environment.

* Authorization to work in the United States for any employer.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* Power system coursework preferred for candidates with an electrical engineering experience.

* Structural and/or geotechnical coursework preferred for candidates with a civil engineering experience.

* Working knowledge of structural design principles and materials relevant to transmission line structures, including concrete and steel.

* Experience participating in policy development, implementation, and issue resolution within an engineering or utility environment.

* Experience providing technical support to field crews and contractors for installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of transmission assets.

* Ability to contribute to standards development and continuous improvement initiatives for transmission…