Lead Transmission Line Engineer 1 – Grid Position Available In Orleans, Louisiana

Tallo's Job Summary: The Lead Transmission Line Engineer 1 - Grid position in New Orleans, LA, USA, involves designing transmission lines, mentoring team members, and ensuring compliance with specifications and codes. Requires a BS degree, 10+ years of experience, proficiency in PLS-CADD software, and knowledge of engineering standards. Competitive compensation range from $109,410.00 to $168,770.00. Sargent & Lundy is hiring for this role.

Company:
Sargent & Lundy
Salary:
$139090
JobFull-timeOnsite

Job Description

Lead Transmission Line Engineer 1 – Grid
City
New Orleans State
LA Country
United States Area of Interest Transmission Line Engineering Type Full Time – Regular Job

ID 2025-15785

Business Group Grid Group Department Transmission Line Engineering
Description
Responsibilities may include the following:
Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 765kV range.
Mentor and train less experienced design team members.
Coordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and S&L formats.
Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations, drawing preparation, and transmission line models based in

PLS-CADD.

Adhere to Sargent & Lundy’s System of Processes.
Dependent upon your location, this opportunity offers a generous relocation package. Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
10 or more years of transmission design experience. Proficiency with

PLS-CADD

software.
Experience must include preparation of scopes of work, development of conceptual designs, determination of design basis, the selection of equipment and materials, and the preparation and assembling of calculations and specifications.
Experience working directly with clients on transmission lines from 69kV through 500kV.
Knowledge of engineering standards including NESC, IEC, ASCE, ACI, IEEE and ANSI.
Experience reviewing design drawings created by others.
Valued but not required skills and experience:
PE license
PMP certification
Construction experience Familiarity with ArcGIS
Award-Winning Benefits
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance

Health Plans:

Medical, Dental, Vision
Life & Accident Insurance
Disability Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Back-Up Daycare

FSA & HSA

401(k)
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/Sick Time (PST)
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Bereavement Leave
Flexible Work Arrangements
Compensation Range
$109,410.00 – $168,770.00 Equal Opportunity
Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

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