11963 - Engineer 2

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Engineer 2 Job Description This Engineer 2 position offers an exciting opportunity to support a leading Transmission Line Design organization. The role involves conducting electrical clearance analysis, creating line rating information for transmission lines, and developing line design data. Additionally, the position includes providing training to junior engineers and gaining extensive experience in electrical clearance analysis of electric transmission lines. Responsibilities Perform line electrical clearance analysis to support line design, line rating, vegetation management, and estimating processes. Conduct sag and tension calculations for conductor, ground wire, and fiber optic cables to ensure adequate ground and structure clearances. Assess and compile the results of electrical clearance analysis, span analysis, stress/strain, and vegetation management tools into reports for Line Rating SME review. Research and review engineering design drawings, schematics, specifications, and related documents, resolving discrepancies and updating as necessary. Perform engineering calculations and analyses in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, stress analysis, and AC/DC electrical circuits, compiling reports for SME review. Process survey data and import it into a relational database. Develop custom analytical tools and model complex systems using coding skills, including tools like Power Query for data extraction and transformation. Provide line rating support to design teams during project scoping. Train junior engineers in electrical clearance analysis as directed. Review industry standards and provide feedback to the Line Rating SME on developments related to electrical clearance and line rating. Contribute feedback to the SME in the formulation of line rating standards, processes, and guides. Essential Skills Bachelor's Degree from an ABET accredited college/university in mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering. 5+ years of engineering experience. 2+ years of engineering experience in transmission line design & analysis, or construction. Proficiency with PLS-CADD and experience performing electrical clearance analysis using PLS-CADD/LiDAR models. Solid knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, stress analysis, and AC/DC electrical circuits. Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and reverse engineer data involving catenary and electrical clearance analyses. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience using Bentley ProjectWise or similar programs. Experience using MS SharePoint or similar programs. Experience using Power Query in Excel or similar programs. Valid U.S. Driver's License required. First Aid/AED/CPR Certification required within 30 days of assignment start, with responsibility to maintain current certification. Work Environment The position is based in Vancouver, Washington, within a slower-paced office environment that offers somewhat flexible hours. The work is mostly sedentary with occasional field trips, and business casual attire is expected. The role involves a high degree of independence and detail-oriented, methodical work within a collaborative team setting. The organization values knowledge sharing, teamwork, and innovation in the power market. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Vancouver, WA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $48.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Vancouver,WA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 29, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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