Lead Underground Transmission Line Engineer - Grid

This position will offer you the ability to apply and expand your knowledge of underground transmission line engineering, including routing, duct bank configurations, manhole placement, and electrical principles.

• Design complex underground transmission lines for voltages up to 500 kV.
• Conduct cost analyses, develop design criteria, determine siting and routing in complex environments, and specify manhole placement for underground transmission lines.
• Perform physical design tasks including duct bank layouts, trenchless design development, cable pulling calculations, and creation of drawing packages.
• Carry out cable selection studies, determine bonding schemes, and perform ampacity calculations.
• Develop riser structure configuration and conduct structural loading analyses.
• Prepare specifications for cable procurement, duct bank and trenchless installation, and general construction.
• Collaborate with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components.
• Direct a project team consisting of other engineers, designers, and drafters.

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You will spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days. Depending on your location, this opportunity includes a generous relocation package.

• BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Current Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Proficiency with CYMCAP modeling.
• Proficiency with cable tensioning calculations and software.
• 12 or more years of experience leading a design team in complex underground transmission projects.
• Experience incorporating code requirements, EPRI recommendations, and client requirements into design.
• Experience in cost estimate development and schedule creation and coordination.
• Experience with XLPE cable design.
• Experience preparing specifications for installation and procurement of underground transmission line materials and components.
• Knowledge of right-of-way requirements, bonding schemes, underground transmission line plan and profile drawings, and other construction documents.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles used in producing technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Experience in drafting support documentation for engineering calculations.
• Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, EPRI Green Book, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

• Experience with high-pressure gas-filled or high-pressure fluid-filled pipe-type cable systems and associated equipment.
• Experience with underground distribution or low voltage cable systems.

• Lead others in applying modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.
• Direct automation and process-improvement work, overseeing the use of data and modern tools.
• Review automated outputs produced by engineers who program or script (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel).
• Earn value from additional learning in computer science, artificial intelligence, software engineering, or related fields to support AI-enabled engineering workflows.

• Health plans: medical, dental, vision.
• Life & accident insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Back‑up daycare.
• FSA & HSA.
• 401(k).
• Pre‑tax commuter account.
• Merit scholarship program.
• Employee discount program.
• Corporate charitable giving program.
• Tuition assistance.
• First professional licensure bonus.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Paid annual personal/sick time (PST).
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Flexible work arrangements.

$134,546 - $205,557

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Sargent & Lundy is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.