Transmission Engineer II

• Preliminary design and budgetary estimate for projects ranging from 115kV to 500kV to include planning and design for new lines, relocations, upgrades and fiber optic attachment.
• Develop material lists in Excel spreadsheets
• Develop structure framing structure details, to include specifying all parts, hardware, insulators and grounding details for different pole materials, such as steel, round wood or laminated wood.
• Be familiar with environmental and licensing processes and how to coordinate issues in the transmission line design process.
• Site new transmission line and be able to coordinate and asses the impacts of real estate, licensing and environmental constraints on the overall engineering process.
• Develop project schedule that incorporates all facets of design, client reviews, licensing and all other activities for successful project completion
• Develop plan - profile drawings under your direction.
• Develop a complete design package that incorporates all necessary details for construction, such as work lists, construction staking table, stringing sag charts, etc.
• Develop material and construction specifications
• Engineering calculations to assure safety and performance of equipment and systems.
• Coordinating equipment delivery and design engineering to meet construction schedules.
• Assist in checking completed job for adequacy of design and documentation.
• Monitor the construction of transmission line project to ensure compliance with plans and specifications. Activities may include, but not be limited to, the following:
• a) Act as Resident Engineer on projects of any magnitude.
• b) Safety and Security -- Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• c) Interpret complex plans and specifications and apply available information to ensure that all project design requirements are satisfied.
• d) Maintain familiarity with appropriate engineering and construction codes and ensure compliance with all codes.
• e) Assist in preparation and/or monitoring of complex construction schedules to ensure timely completion of the work.
• f) Assist in on-site design or investigation work to ensure adequacy of contractor's methods.

• Bachelor's Degree, Civil/Structural Engineering, or related
• 3+ years experience within electrical transmission line design engineering
• P.E. preferred, or EIT, with the ability to be certified as a professional engineer as soon as eligible
• Proficiency with Power Line and Structure modeling for computer aided and design development. PLS-CADD and associated modules (POLE, TOWER), Excel, MFAD or Lpile, NESC.
• Knowledge in ACI, ASCE Pole manual, AISC Steel manual preferred, but not required
• Familiarity with industry codes standards and practices for electric utility practice.
• Interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated initiative and ability to lead. Attention to detail

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year.
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

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