Senior Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid Sargent & Lundy - 3.6 Lexington, KY Job Details Full-time $100,019 - $152,807 a year 15 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Bereavement leave Referral program Qualifications Electrical design Cost management CAD software Construction specifications Content creation for technical audiences Technical documentation Detail drawings Construction plans Bachelor's degree in engineering Construction drawing review Project task coordination Construction regulations Schedule creation Electrical project scheduling Cost estimate preparation Budget preparation Productivity software Technical writing experience within technology Electrical project cost estimation Budget review Estimation for infrastructure construction

Full Job Description Description:

This position will offer you the ability to apply and expand your knowledge of transmission line engineering including, conductors, hardware, insulation, structures, foundations and electrical principles to: Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 500kV range. Responsibility for cost analyses, development of design criteria, routing and siting of transmission lines. Responsibility for conductor selection studies, shielding, grounding and induction studies. Work with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components. The position will also offer you the opportunity to: Work with a diverse client base and interact with the client and other project teams. Occasional travel for site visits and client meetings. Develop proposals and cost estimates for new work. This role will offer a hybrid work arrangement from our future Lexington, KY office. The expectation will be to spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days. 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:

This position requires a BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program. Proficiency with

PLS-CADD

software to able to review transmission line models. 7 or more years of experience as a member of a project team in observing project schedules and budget constraints on diverse transmission assignments that have included the following: transmission line design incorporating code requirements, cost estimate development, schedule creation and coordination, the preparation of specifications for procurement of transmission line materials and construction, and liaising with construction and installation. Knowledge to verify/review right of way requirements, conductor sags/tensions, transmission line plan and profile drawings and construction documents. Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models. Experience in writing and providing support documentation for engineering calculations. Familiarity with design codes and standards such as

NESC, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE

7, AISC, and ACI 318. Proficiency with MS Office applications. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Attention to detail. Valued but not required skills and experience: PE license. Experience in developing engineering proposals and cost estimates. Experience with scheduling. Proficiency with any of the following programs: PLS-TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD, ArcGIS, CDEGS, AutoCAD, MicroStation. AI & Automation at

Sargent & Lundy:

In this role, we expect people to be willing or able to lead others who use modern tools: You are expected to lead others in taking engineering problems from issue to solution by setting expectations for using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs. Leaders in these roles often direct automation and process-improvement work, for example, how teams automate calculations, summarize technical documents, or generate design documentation and guiding when and how AI or agentic AI tools are used while ensuring results are checked. Overseeing engineers who program or script (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate engineering tasks, with review of automated outputs, is valued but not required. We also value additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other experience in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that enables effective oversight of automation and agentic AI-enabled engineering workflows.

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:

$100,019 - $152,807

Transparency Statement:

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

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.