Transmission Electric Line Engineer - Family

Overview

This position will be filled as an Associate Engineer - Senior Engineer, depending on experience level.

Job Title:

Transmission Line Engineer - Job Family. Introduction:
This position will contribute to the Electric Line Engineering team in the design and management of the current plans to modernize our electric transmission and distribution infrastructure. The incumbent will provide technical expertise to solve complex problems and apply leadership skills to project management, as well as offer quality oversight of work in electric T&D line design. Incumbents are expected to have advanced engineering skills and to have the ability to work independently.

This position will demonstrate sound collaboration with company personnel and peer departments, with timely technical input and economic evaluations; to assure safe, reliable, and technically balanced solutions to deliver power.

• Plan, estimate, design and manage complex electric transmission line projects according to Company Standards, sound engineering practices and applicable codes.
• Prepare detailed drawings, permits, easements, material estimates and reservations; along with all other documents required for project completion.
• Manage projects to completion and provide engineering direction throughout the project life cycle.
• Work with external engineering contractors to ensure project quality, constructability, as well as conformance to all company standards and applicable codes.
• Provide technical support for the operations of all Company and customer transmission lines.
• Research, specify, order and coordinate material purchases and establish stocking levels of major transmission line electrical equipment.
• Verify Transmission Line Engineering s methods and procedures are kept current with the latest and best industry safety requirements and engineering practices.
• Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities.
• Supports the company s goals and represents the company positively and professionally.
• Proficient in developing positive working relationships to effectively collaborate and provide transparency to departmental work activities.
• Receives input from Operations groups on performance of engineered facilities and electric systems; evaluates and improves the quality of future designs and processes within Engineering.
• Participates in the restoration of Company transmission lines during storms and other emergencies.
• Interfaces and works with various interconnected companies, utilities, and entities such as INDOT, REMC, FERC, NERC and Midwest ISO where appropriate.

This position will be filled as an Associate Engineer - Senior Engineer, depending on experience level.

• Associate Engineer
• Education:
  
  A four-year ABET-accredited degree in Civil, Civil Engineering Technology, Mechanical, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering Technology
• Experience:
  
  0-1 year of engineering experience
• Knowledge/
  
  Experience:
  
  General engineering knowledge of statics, material strengths, and basic power system operation; basic understanding of NESC codes and their applications; ability to complete cost estimates and order project material under close supervision; ability to apply basic electrical and civil engineering principals; ability to read and interpret GIS and civil infrastructure design drawings; basic knowledge of AutoCAD; good oral and written communication skills;
  
  ability to work with diverse backgrounds

• Engineer 1
• Education:
  
  ABET-accredited bachelor s degree in Civil, Civil Engineering Technology, Mechanical, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical, or Electrical Engineering Technology
• Knowledge/
  
  Experience:
  
  1+ year of engineering experience; general engineering knowledge; basic understanding of NESC codes; ability to prepare cost estimates and order project material; ability to read GIS and civil drawings; basic AutoCAD; strong communication skills

• Engineer 2
• Education:
  
  ABET-accredited bachelor s degree in Civil, Civil Engineering Technology, Mechanical, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical, or Electrical Engineering Technology
• Knowledge/
  
  Experience:
  
  2+ years of electric utility experience; broader engineering understanding; ability to complete multiple cost estimates; planning and scheduling; effective interfacing with customers and contractors; preferred: PMP certification

• Engineer 3
• Education:
  
  ABET-accredited bachelor s degree in Civil, Civil Engineering Technology, Mechanical, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical, or Electrical Engineering Technology
• Knowledge/
  
  Experience:
  
  4+ years of electric utility experience; expert knowledge of Transmission Line Engineering; strong understanding of NESC; ability to manage multiple projects concurrently; leadership and mentoring abilities; customer/contractor communication; strong planning and organizational skills; PC skills for engineering and reporting;…