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Transmission Line Engineer

$110k - $165k

Michael Page International Inc.

  • Design 69-765kV lines with senior experts on major grid projects
  • Get Fortune 500-level work in a close knit, agile engineering firm
About Our Client

A boutique, highcaliber engineering and infrastructure partner, this firm delivers utilitygrade technical excellence with the responsiveness and personal touch of a closeknit team. Known for its deep expertise in transmission, substation, and distribution projects, the company pairs senior multidisciplinary talent with an agile, handson approach-offering Fortune500level capability in a smaller, relationshipdriven environment. Utilities rely on the firm for precise engineering, owner'sengineer support, and critical project execution delivered with unmatched attention, transparency, and care.

Job Description
  • Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 765kV range.
  • Perform structural analysis and design of pole, lattice, framed, and guyed structures.
  • Perform foundation designs.
  • Perform conductor selection studies, shielding, grounding and induction studies.
  • Develop cost estimates and schedules and prepare specifications for the procurement of transmission line materials and construction.
  • Specify transmission line 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.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.


The Successful Applicant

A successful Transmission Line Engineer should have:
  • BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
  • 3+ years of transmission design experience.
  • Proficiency with PLS-CADD software.
  • Experience must include preparation of scopes of work, development of conceptual designs, determination of design basis, the selection of equipment and materials, and the preparation and assembling of calculations and specifications.
  • Experience working directly with clients on transmission lines from 69kV through 500kV.
  • Knowledge of engineering standards including NESC, IEC, ASCE, ACI, IEEE and ANSI.
  • Experience reviewing design drawings created by others.
Valued but not required skills and experience:
  • PE license
  • PMP certification
  • Construction experience
  • Familiarity with ArcGIS
What's on Offer
  • Competitive salary ranging from $110,000 to $165,000 annually.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits (MDV).
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment in Austin.
  • Engagement in impactful projects within the Energy & Natural Resources sector.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Transmission Line Engineer, apply today to join this exciting opportunity in Austin!

Contact

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