Transmission & Distribution Engineer 1 (Entry-Level) - Grid (Start ASAP)

Design and engineer transmission lines and distribution systems with expertise in structural analysis, conductor selection, and cost estimation at Sargent & Lundy.

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 765kV range.
• Prepare construction sketches for overhead and underground network services (4 KV through 34 KV).
• Perform structural analysis and design of pole, lattice, framed, and guyed structures.
• Perform foundation designs.
• Conduct conductor selection studies, shielding, grounding, and induction studies.
• Develop cost estimates, schedules, and prepare specifications for procurement of transmission line and distribution materials and construction.
• Specify transmission and distribution components.
• Model transmission lines in PLS-CADD, determine right of way requirements, calculate conductor sags, and develop transmission line plan and profile drawings.
• Review vendor submittals.
• Work in a hybrid arrangement with three days in the office and two days remote.
• Relocation package available depending on location.

About You

The company is looking for candidates with:

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering preferred; other degrees with coursework in civil, geotechnical, strength of materials, statics, and electrical power considered.
• Related engineering, internship, or co-op work experience.
• Proficiency with PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, AutoCAD, PoleForeman, and ArcGIS.
• Knowledge of engineering principles including transmission line engineering and physical distribution design methods.
• Familiarity with design techniques, tools, and principles for technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Valued but not required: ABET-accredited degree, Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam completion, Engineer in Training designation.
• Additional software proficiency (PLS-TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD, ArcGIS, CDEGS, AutoCAD, Microstation, GIS software) is a plus.
• Experience in writing engineering calculation documentation and utility distribution inspections or construction.
• Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
• Note: No work authorization sponsorship in the U.S. for this position.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $60,660.00 - $87,090.00.
• Yearly discretionary bonus eligibility.
• Comprehensive healthcare plans including medical, dental, and vision.
• Life and accident insurance, disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), back-up daycare.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Pre-tax commuter account.
• Merit scholarship program and tuition assistance.
• Employee discount and referral programs.
• Corporate charitable giving program.
• First professional licensure bonus.
• Paid annual personal/sick time, vacation, holidays, parental leave, and bereavement leave.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Recognized with Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible

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