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Sargent Lundy

Senior Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid

chattanooga, TN

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About this opportunity

Sargent Lundy lists this Senior Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid opportunity in chattanooga, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Description

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 to:

Design underground transmission lines for voltages up to 500kV.

Responsible for cost analyses, development of design criteria, siting and routing challenges, and placement of manholes for underground transmission lines.

Responsible for physical design including duct bank layouts, development of trenchless designs, cable pulling calculations, development of drawing packages.

Responsible for cable selection studies, determining bonding scheme, performing ampacity calculations.

Develop riser structure configuration and structural loading.

Develop specifications including cable procurement, duct bank installation, trenchless installation and general construction specifications.

Work and coordinate with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components.

Direct a small project team of other engineers, designers and drafters.

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

This position requires a BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.

Proficiency with CYMCAP modeling

Proficiency with cable tensioning calculations and/or software

7 or more years of experience as a member of a project team in observing project schedules and budget constraints on diverse underground transmission projects

Design experience incorporating code requirements, EPRI recommendations, client requirements

Experience in cost estimate development and schedule creation and coordination

Experience with XLPE cable design

Experience in the preparation of specifications for installation and procurement of underground transmission line materials and components

Knowledge to verify/review right of way requirements, bonding schemes, underground transmission line plan and profile drawings and other construction documents

Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models

Experience in writing and providing 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

Valued but not required skills and experience:

Have a current PE license or the ability to acquire one within one year

Experience with High Pressure Gas Filled or High-Pressured Fluid Filled pipe type cable systems and associated equipment

Experience with underground distribution or low voltage cable systems

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance

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

Compensation Range

$95,840.00 - $147,870.00

Transparency Statement

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 an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

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.

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Worksite address

chattanooga, TN, 37450, US

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