Lead Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid
$131960/y-$205330/y
Sargent & Lundy21 days ago
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HybridFull-timeSenior
Summary
Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Lead Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2 to join their team in Chicago, IL. The role involves designing complex underground transmission lines for voltages up to 500kV and leading a design team.
About the Role
As a Lead Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2, you will be responsible for the design of underground transmission lines, including routing, duct bank configurations, and manhole placement. Your tasks will include cost analyses, development of design criteria, physical design, cable selection studies, and developing specifications for installation and procurement. You will also coordinate with vendors and clients and direct a project team of engineers, designers, and drafters. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement with three days in the office and two days remote.
About You
Required:
- BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
- 12 or more years of experience leading a design team in complex underground transmission projects.
- Current PE License.
- Proficiency with CYMCAP modeling and cable tensioning calculations.
- Experience in cost estimate development and schedule creation.
- Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, EPRI Green Book, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
Preferred:
- Experience with High Pressure Gas Filled or High-Pressured Fluid Filled pipe type cable systems.
- Experience with underground distribution or low voltage cable systems.
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare plans including medical, dental, and vision.
- Life & Accident Insurance and Disability Coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Back-Up Daycare.
- 401(k) with company match and Pre-Tax Commuter Account.
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST), Paid Vacation, and Paid Holidays.
- Paid Parental Leave and Paid Bereavement Leave.
- Flexible Work Arrangements.
Sargent & Lundy
Sargent & Lundy is one of the world’s longest-standing full-service architect engineering firms. Founded in 1891, the firm is a global leader in power, energy, and decarbonization with expertise in grid modernization, renewable energy, energy storage, nuclear power, fossil power, carbon capture, and hydrogen. Sargent & Lundy delivers comprehensive project services – from consulting, design, and implementation to construction management, commissioning, and operations/maintenance – with an emphasis on quality and safety. The firm serves public and private clients in the power, energy, gas distribution, industrial, and government sectors.
Chicago, IL