The primary duties of a Transmission Line EIT/Transmission Designer include preparation of engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports and designs for high voltage transmission lines under the direction and supervision of more senior engineers and designers.
Duties may include
Perform structural analysis and design of steel structures, foundations, and support systems in compliance with applicable codes (ASCE, ACI, AISC, IEEE, NESC).
Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of materials.
Review vendor shop drawings for conformance to construction documents.
Coordinate with electrical, civil, and protection & control engineers to ensure integrated design solutions.
Conduct site visits for data collection, constructability reviews, and field engineering support.
Support project management activities including scope development, scheduling, budgeting, and client communication
Work under the direction of Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s).
Conduct analyses to develop design options, perform modeling and/or calculations, and prepare design sketches and concept drawings.
Work with Designers and CAD Technicians to develop construction drawings in accordance with national design standards, safety codes and project specifications and requirements.
Assist with preparing cost estimates or specifications
Participate in field reviews or constructions observation
Typical designs include structure design, structure spotting, conductor sag and blowout calculations, foundation design, hardware selection and fit-up, and development of bill of materials. Designs must also consider environmental permitting, right of way acquisition, public involvement, access roads, and construction requirements.
Occasional short-term travel (typically 1-5 days) may be necessary. Longer term (several weeks) assignments may be required infrequently on project assignments.
Preferred Qualifications
Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate
Candidates without their EIT will be hired into a Transmission Designer position and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
Computer skills in Microsoft Office
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture
What We Believe
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