Transmission Engineer - Overhead Transmission (Boston, Wallingford, Portland)

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Description

The Staff Transmission Engineer will work on project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of overhead high voltage transmission line projects. The Staff Transmission Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting transmission plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

• Perform and lead transmission design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion. This includes PLS-CADD modeling, line routing, structure analysis to develop load trees, developing design criteria, sag-tension calculations, wire blowout, swing angle, damper recommendations, structure spotting, clearance reports, wire selection, etc.
• Prepare specifications for construction, hardware, and material for high voltage overhead transmission line (HV OH T-Line); structure design and development; hardware design and selection; and field installation supervision.
• Prepare construction drawings and cost estimates for high & extra high voltage overhead transmission lines.
• Compile calculations for required electrical clearances based on NESC, GO 95 or other applicable codes and resources.
• Prepare communications of the interpretation and application of necessary NERC, FERC and regional requirements and standards.
• Possesses strong knowledge of commonly used transmission engineering / design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the transmission engineering services industry.
• Additional responsibilities include providing instruction and guidance to less experienced staff members. This position may develop into a leadership role at which point this individual will be expected to lead teams of engineers as well as be a primary interface between Burns & McDonnell Engineers and our clients.
• Experience as the technical lead on projects and performing quality reviews is a plus.

Description

The Staff Transmission Engineer will work on project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of overhead high voltage transmission line projects. The Staff Transmission Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting transmission plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

Qualifications

Compensation

$100,000.00-210,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local / state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to : individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO / Disabled / Veterans

Job Civil Engineering

Primary Location US-MA-Newton

Other Locations US-CT-Wallingford, US-PA-Conshohocken

Schedule : Full-time

Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID : 251737

Job Hire Type Experienced #T&D

Seniority level

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Construction

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