Transmission Engineer III

College Station, TX 77845

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Civil Engineering Job Number: Cg981516516 Compensation: $110000-145000 / year

Job Description

Title: Transmission Engineer
Location: Anywhere in the United States close to a office location, will be based on a hybrid work schedule
Type: Direct Hire

As a Transmission Engineer your role is pivotal in the engineering, design, and analysis of transmission lines, as well as the development of comprehensive project packages. 

KEY JOB DUTIES:
· Responsible for the engineering and design of high voltage (69-500kV) transmission lines using PLS-CADD.
· Prepare construction documents including plan and profile drawings, structure loading trees, and foundation and assembly drawings.
· Serve as a senior technical expert, overseeing the entire lifecycle of transmission line projects.
· Conducting detailed analysis to ensure system reliability and efficiency.
· Provide field support during construction.
· Plans, schedules, conducts and coordinates work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria.
· Performs work which involves conventional engineering practices, but may involve a variety of complex features.
· Requires strong knowledge of precedents in specialty areas and familiarity with basic principles and practices in related specialties.
· May coordinate departmental and divisional project studies and report preparation assignments.
· This position requires an experienced and competent individual capable of successfully solving difficult problems that require adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria.
· Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
· Adhere to codes and standards while delivering innovative solutions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
· B.S. in Engineering from ABET accredited program
· 5+ years premised on extensive, varied, progressive experience in applicable field
· Membership and participation with professional organizations encouraged (e.g. ASCE, IEEE, SEI).
· FE or PE preferred

SOFTWARE SKILLS:
· PLS CADD Suite (PLS CADD, Pole wood/steel/concrete, Caisson, Tower and Grid preferred)
· Autocad
· GIS Software
· Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Meet Your Recruiter

Andrea Edwards

Andrea Edwards is a committed Technical Recruiter specializing in the Utilities Division at Sterling. With 2 years of impactful service in the recruitment field, Andrea's passion lies in guiding individuals to discover their forever careers, whether they are embarking on their professional journey or are seasoned senior-level professionals.

In her role as a Technical Recruiter, Andrea brings a deep understanding of the Utilities Division to her work, allowing her to expertly connect candidates with roles that align with their career goals and aspirations. Her commitment to understanding each candidate's unique path positions her as a trusted partner in their professional endeavors.

What Andrea enjoys most about her work is the opportunity to have meaningful conversations with people, whether they are just starting in their careers or are senior-level professionals. She derives immense satisfaction from helping individuals find roles that resonate with their goals and lead them toward their forever careers.

Andrea's advice to job seekers is rooted in authenticity and confidence. She understands that interviews can be daunting but encourages candidates to be themselves and show confidence. Andrea firmly believes that authenticity and self-assuredness can leave a lasting impression and play a pivotal role in securing opportunities.

As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you’ve got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now. 

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