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Sargent & Lundy
Sargent & Lundy
1,001 – 5,000 Employees
ConstructionDefenseEnergy
Sargent & Lundy is an engineering and design firm serving the power and energy industries, with roots reaching back to 1891. Its work spans consulting, analysis, project services, and technical design for nuclear, renewable, conventional power, oil and gas, and government projects. The company supports clients through complex project lifecycles, combining expertise in energy infrastructure, defense-related work, and long-term system performance.
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Senior Underground Transmission Line Engineer

Design underground transmission systems up to 500 kV, including cables, duct banks, and technical specifications. Lead project teams in Sargent & Lundy’s grid engineering practice.

USUnited States
$100,019 – $152,807 / year
RemoteFull-timeSeniorEnglish RequiredEngineer

Description

  • Design underground transmission lines rated up to 500 kV.
  • Analyze costs and establish design criteria.
  • Resolve siting and routing challenges, including manhole locations.
  • Create physical designs for duct banks and trenchless installations.
  • Calculate cable pulling requirements and ampacity.
  • Prepare engineering drawing packages.
  • Study cable selection and define bonding schemes.
  • Configure riser structures and calculate structural loads.
  • Write specifications for cable procurement, duct bank and trenchless installation, and general construction.
  • Coordinate with vendors and clients on transmission line components.
  • Lead a small team of engineers, designers, and drafters.
  • Use relevant technology, automation, AI, and digital tools with professional judgment and review.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
  • U.S. work authorization sponsorship is not available.
  • Proficiency with CYMCAP modeling.
  • Proficiency with cable tension calculations and/or related software.
  • At least seven years of project team experience across varied underground transmission projects.
  • Experience working within project schedules and budget constraints.
  • Experience designing to applicable codes, EPRI recommendations, and client requirements.
  • Experience developing cost estimates and creating and coordinating schedules.
  • Experience designing XLPE cables.
  • Experience preparing installation and procurement specifications for underground transmission line materials and components.
  • Knowledge of right-of-way requirements, bonding schemes, underground transmission line plan and profile drawings, and construction documents.
  • Knowledge of the methods, tools, and principles used to prepare technical plans, drawings, and models.
  • Experience writing engineering calculation reports and supporting documentation.
  • Familiarity with NESC, EPRI Green Book, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • A current PE license or ability to obtain one within a year is preferred but not required.
  • Experience with high-pressure gas-filled or pressurized fluid-filled pipe-type cable systems is preferred but not required.
  • Experience with underground distribution or low-voltage cable systems is preferred but not required.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Life and accident insurance.
  • Disability coverage.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Backup daycare.
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Pre-tax commuter account.
  • Merit Scholarship Program.
  • Employee Discount Program.
  • Corporate Charitable Giving Program.
  • Tuition assistance.
  • First Professional Licensure Bonus.
  • Employee Referral Bonus.
  • Paid annual personal and sick time.
  • Paid vacation.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Paid bereavement leave.
  • Flexible work arrangements.
  • An annual discretionary bonus may be available for eligible positions.

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