Senior Transmission Designer - REMOTE

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Transmission Line Designer to support electrical transmission line projects ranging from 34.5 kV to 230 kV. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in electrical design and drafting, structural design of transmission line structures, and proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, PLS-CADD, and PLS-POLE.

You will be responsible for preparing and reviewing design drawings, coordinating with engineers and other disciplines, maintaining drawing quality, and ensuring project deliverables meet applicable industry standards and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare scaled engineering drawings for transmission line projects with minimal supervision.

• Develop complete design drawing packages and review packages prepared by other designers.

• Design transmission lines operating between 34.5 kV and 230 kV.

• Perform structural analysis and design for poles, lattice towers, framed structures, and guyed structures.

• Lead design assignments and provide guidance to other design team members.

• Coordinate with engineers and other disciplines to ensure accurate, consistent design deliverables.

• Prepare and review bills of materials, conduit schedules, and cable schedules.

• Develop conceptual layouts using existing design examples and project information.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting project schedules and budgets.

• Conduct site visits and site walkdowns as required.

• Ensure drawings comply with applicable CAD standards, project procedures, codes, and quality requirements.

• Maintain accurate documentation and follow established document management procedures.

• Work independently when required while collaborating with lead engineers and multidisciplinary teams.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• At least 5 years of relevant electrical design and drafting experience .

• Experience designing and drafting electrical transmission lines is required.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and MicroStation .

• Hands-on experience with PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE .

• Experience working with scaled vector and raster drawing files.

• Knowledge of electrical codes, design regulations, manufacturing standards, and industry practices.

• Familiarity with applicable standards, including NESC, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.

• Ability to interpret and follow various client-specific CAD standards.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Access.

• Strong technical drafting, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments, and deliver accurate work on schedule.

• Willingness to travel to project sites for site walkdowns when required.