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Transmission Line Engineer- T&D (Architecture)



Job Description

Why join us?

We are hiring! AtkinsRealis is seeking a Transmission Lines Engineer- T&D HV & MV to join our Team.

AtkinsRealis is one of the top 100 engineering firms in the world, has an opportunity in our US Power & Industrial Solutions Division for a Transmission Lines Engineer, reporting to our Engineering Manager and supporting work scopes through our offices in Portland, ME, Boston, MA, or our Exton, PA, with the possibility of Hybrid or Remote work schedules.

The Transmission Lines Engineer is responsible for preparing or review/approve conceptual design and detailed engineering packages for HV & MV poles and foundations. Prepare the project scope of works, design specifications, specifications for construction procedures and methods, and bill of material.

About Us

Atkins is one of the world's most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. Atkins has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. Atkins has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.

How will you contribute to the team?

  • Actively participate in securing T&D projects by sourcing active RFPs and developing proposals.
  • As revenue grows in the T&D market in the US, help to build and manage a team of T&D Engineers to supplement the other disciplines that currently make up the SNC-Lavalin US Power Solutions BU (Civil/Structural, Mechanical, I&C, Electrical, Process, Piping, Pipe Stress).
  • Detailed design and engineering of 12 kV to 500 kV overhead transmission line projects from conceptual design through to construction.
  • Detailed design of underground transmission line projects from 12 kV to 230 kV.
  • Conduct feasibility and planning studies.
  • Prepare planning and detailed project cost estimates including engineering, materials, and construction.
  • Prepare construction and material specifications and scope documents for construction tenders and contracts.
  • Act as a mentor to junior engineers. Interface with clients and contractors.
  • Coordinate with various disciplines, review work of other engineers and technologists.
  • Interface with permitting agencies and regulatory bodies.
  • Perform field reviews of work during construction.
  • Ability to take on a project engineer and/or project manager role as required.

What will you contribute?

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
  • P.E. registration is required or eligible to obtain a P.E. within a year or two.
  • 5-10 years transmission lines design experience.
  • Technical acuity in T&D Engineering is required.
  • Ability to inform design process based on previous experience with similar projects.
  • Strong proficiency using PLS software suite; PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE and PLS-TOWER.
  • Ability to perform EMF studies and line loss analysis.
  • Transmission structure foundation design experience is an asset, including direct embed and concrete pier foundation design.
  • Experience using GIS software packages like ArcGIS is an asset.
  • Experience with transmission tower structural analysis is an asset.
  • Familiar with applicable codes, standards, and regulations applicable to transmission line design in the United States.
  • Experience with thermal upgrading and line condition assessments is strongly desired.

What we offer at Atkins:

At Atkins, you will enjoy a robust rewards package which includes:

  • Opportunity to work on various projects of various sizes
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Group Insurance
  • Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program

If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!

Atkins is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace.  EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.

Please review Atkins Equal Opportunity Statement here:

https://careers.snclavalin.com/equal-opportunities-statement

Atkins cares about your privacy and are committed to protecting your privacy.  Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data.

By submitting your personal information to Atkins, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice. 

Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check. Atkins is a federal contractor which mandates a satisfactory background screening report and drug test that supersedes state laws.

Note to staffing and direct hire agencies:

In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, SNC-Lavalin family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.  https://careers.snclavalin.com/recruitment-agencies

Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

At SNC-Lavalin, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.  

SNC-Lavalin cares about your privacy. SNC-Lavalin and other subsidiary or affiliated companies of SNC-Lavalin (referred to throughout as “SNC-Lavalin”) are committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice  on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data.

By submitting your personal information to SNC-Lavalin, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.

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