Transmission Project Engineer

Overview

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) is a leading power engineering consultant firm that provides engineering, system planning and studies, technical consultation, project management, surveying, environmental planning, commissioning/testing and construction services to electric utilities, energy developers and industrials throughout the U.S. Our experience includes system voltages from 4.16 kV through 765 kV. ECI has an opening for a transmission project engineer.

• Participate in the conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new and upgraded transmission lines, including material procurement and construction support through line energization.
• Work under the direction and mentorship of a Senior Engineer or Project Manager to direct a project team in the development of design calculations, detail drawings, specifications, and other documents for the construction of power line facilities.
• Create project scope documents; perform finite element design modeling using PLS-CADD software; design structures and foundations; develop loading, framing, foundation and plan & profile drawing sets; create staking sheets, sag charts, and other construction exhibits; produce material and construction specifications; and perform other design tasks as needed.
• Assist the Project Manager in planning and execution of projects, including client and stakeholder coordination, training and mentoring of design staff, project quality assurance, and oversight of Design Engineers, Designers, Drafters and support staff.

• Bachelor of Science or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, 6+ years of project and design engineering experience, or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organization and planning skills; ability to work in a team environment; commitment to quality and accuracy; and willingness to meet fast-paced project schedules.
• A Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of transmission engineering principles; expertise with applicable codes, standards, and design tools; basic project management execution skills; ability to oversee and direct design personnel on a project team.
• The successful applicant may be subject to client-mandated drug and background checking. Occasional travel/driving is required and may be subject to ECI s auto insurance carrier requirements.
• Applicants must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status) now or in the future.

Compensation Range: $113,000 - $144,000 Annually

Salary Commensurate With Experience And Education. Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k), profit sharing and employee stock ownership plan
• Paid vacation, personal days and holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Continued professional education reimbursement

Electrical Consultants, Inc. (ECI) employs over 850 engineers, designers, project managers, surveyors, ROW agents, environmental planners, construction professionals and support staff in 37 offices across the U.S. The firm has more than 40 years of experience in planning, engineering, and construction of power delivery projects including substations, transmission lines, distribution systems, communication systems and industrial facilities.

An Equal Opportunity Employer