Lead EHV Transmission Line Engineer - Grid

Lead EHV Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid

Join Sargent & Lundy to lead the design of high‑voltage transmission lines from 69 kV to 765 kV, serving as a subject matter expert and mentoring junior design team members.

• Lead the design of transmission lines in the 69 kV to 765 kV range.
• Serve as a subject matter specialist in 500 kV and 765 kV transmission lines.
• Mentor and train less experienced design team members.
• Coordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
• Prepare reports and studies that present technical information clearly and concisely, meeting client requirements and S&L formats.
• Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations, drawing preparation, and transmission line models based on PLS‑CADD.
• Adhere to Sargent & Lundy’s System of Processes.

This hybrid role expects three days in the office and two days remote. A generous relocation package is available depending on location.

• B.S. from an ABET‑accredited engineering program.
• Minimum 12 years of transmission design experience.
• At least 3 years in 500 kV and/or 765 kV transmission line design.
• Proficiency with PLS‑CADD and familiarity with 765 kV electrical considerations.
• Experience preparing scopes of work, conceptual designs, design basis, equipment selection, calculations, and specifications.
• Direct client interaction on transmission lines from 69 kV to 765 kV.
• Knowledge of NESC, IEC, ASCE, ACI, IEEE, and ANSI standards.
• Experience reviewing design drawings created by others.

• PE license
• PMP certification
• Construction experience
• Familiarity with ArcGIS.

• Health Plans:
  Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave
• Flexible work arrangements

Base salary range: $131,960–$205,330. Eligible for 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.