Transmission Line Engineer

1 month ago


Oak Brook, United States Nexus Engineering Group Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

The Transmission Line Engineer / PLS CADD Subject Matter Expert is responsible for managing and executing the design portion of transmission line engineering projects. The ideal candidate would be comfortable in a fast-paced environment with competing deadlines and be a proactive and self-motivated employee who is able to think critically and learn concepts quickly. The Transmission Line Engineer / PLS-CADD Subject Matter Expert would:

  • Generate transmission line deliverables including route alignment drawings, sag charts, stringing charts, loading diagrams, foundation drawings
  • Interface with internal and external teams to resolve technical challenges
  • Provide mentorship and training to less experienced engineers in PLS-CADD and transmission line design

Accountabilities:

  • Drive the design aspects of a transmission line project and identify technical challenges.
  • Understand client specifications and design requirements and communicate those to others.
  • Keep up with software and technology trends relating to transmission line design and look for ways to continuously improve the workflow.

Qualifications:

  • B.S. in Structural/Civil Engineering.
  • Registered Professional Engineer

Experience and Expertise:

  • Structural analysis and design of transmission lines and substation structures up to 345kV.
  • Experience includes new line, rehabilitation, and relocation for projects that traverse varying elevations and urban alleys.
  • Experience includes projects that vary in length from several poles to 20+ miles.
  • Experience includes a variety of structures including monopoles, lattice  structures, and guyed towers.
  • Foundation design and steel detailing.
  • Experience with distribution design is a plus.
  • Proficiency with PLS-CADD and affiliated modules including TOWER, PLS-POLE, SAGSEC, CAISSON, and SAPS

Physical Demands: 

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing duties of this job, the employee will:

  • Occasionally be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk, and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools, or controls.
  • Frequently use close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

  • This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

About Nexus

Nexus Engineering Group is a full-service, independent engineering firm focused on supporting clients’ specific project goals from concept to startup. With more than a dozen years of proven engineering and design successes, Nexus is the preferred engineering firm of choice when seeking integrity and expertise.

Nexus performs best when faced with complex and demanding projects in the refining, petroleum midstream, chemical, and manufacturing industries. Our teams have the talent and moxie to tackle all sizes of projects for local and international clients seeking to design, build, and construct highly technical and functional facilities. With more than 200 professionals that you’ll genuinely like working with, Nexus is more than just your typical engineering firm. Clients come to us for our expertise, creativity, passion, and relentless focus on their goals.

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