Transmission Line Engineer

This position is within the Transmission Line Engineering Department. The successful engineer will complete projects that support large utility customers, with minimal direction, while working collaboratively with in-house and client engineers, and graphics technicians. The Lead Engineer will oversee a small department of Transmission Line Engineers and will also coordinate and conduct training for lower-level engineers.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for engineering and design activities related to Transmission Line Engineering including engineering analysis and design, route selection, material acquisition, structural and foundation design, and project and construction management.
• Prepare project construction documents such as plan and profile drawings, design drawings, engineering, material, and construction specifications, project schedules, and bills of material.
• Develop project design alternatives and corresponding cost estimates.
• Design new transmission line facilities with voltages ranging between 69 kV and 765 kV.
• Utilize PLS-CADD to model transmission line design projects.
• Attend contractor bid and construction meetings and assist in ensuring that work activities are performed safely and in accordance with plans and established schedules, AEP policies, rules and standards, and in compliance with external regulations.
• Coordinate effectively with governmental and regulatory agencies and contractors.
• Provide leadership to facilitate project completion, train and mentor other engineers, and develop measurable work area goals and objectives.
• Function as an engineering project lead for transmission projects.
• Lead, facilitate, and coordinate work activities of others within the work group, team, department, or external entities to complete transmission projects.
• Provide training and guidance to lower-level employees.
• Identify and initiate corrective action when transmission line project objectives are not being met.
• Interpret codes and regulations and develop standards for construction projects.
• Promote engineering professionalism and standards.
• Develop, recommend, and implement plans by establishing goals, objectives, and requirements that include all scheduling, resources, and information for complex engineering projects.
• Position will require occasional travel for site visits.

• Expertise in Transmission Line Design.
• Proficiency with PLS-CADD.
• Experience in Design Engineering.
• Ability to scope, estimate, and order materials for Transmission Line projects.
• 12+ years of experience in utilities working with Transmission Line Design.
• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• PE License is required.

• 12+ years of experience completing engineering projects from start to finish.
• Ability to interpret codes and regulations.
• Strong leadership skills to train and mentor other engineers.
• Excellent communication skills for coordinating with governmental and regulatory agencies.

The work environment is a quiet engineering office. The dress code is business casual, and teamwork is highly encouraged and occurs frequently.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $65.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025.

About Actalent

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