Job Title: Transmission Line Engineer
Job Description

Actalent connects passion with purpose by supporting critical engineering and sciences initiatives that advance how companies serve the world. With almost 40 years of experience, our scalable talent solutions and engineering and sciences services provide the expertise our customers need to achieve more. This position falls within the Transmission Line Engineering Department of our organization. The successful engineer will complete projects that support our large utility customer with minimal direction. The engineer will work with in-house and client engineers, and graphics technicians. The Lead Engineer will oversee a small department of Transmission Line Engineers and will also coordinate and conduct training for lower-level engineers.

ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the engineering and design activities related to Transmission Line Engineering such as engineering analysis and design, route selection, material acquisition, structural and foundation design, and project and construction management.Prepare project construction documents such as: plan and profile drawings, design drawings, engineering, material, and construction specifications, project schedules and bills of material.Develop project design alternatives and corresponding cost estimates.Design new transmission line facilities with voltages ranging between 69 kV and 765 kV.Utilize PLS-CADD to model transmission line design projects.Attend contractor bid and construction meetings and assist in ensuring that work activities are performed safely and in accordance with plans and established schedules, and in accordance with policies, rules, and standards, and in compliance with external regulations.Coordinate effectively with governmental and regulatory agencies and contractors.Provide leadership to facilitate project completion, to train and mentor other engineers, and to develop measurable work area goals and objectives.Function as an engineering project lead for transmission projects.Lead, facilitate, and coordinate work activities of others within the work group, team, department, or external entities to complete transmission projects.Provide training and guidance to lower level employees.Identify and initiate corrective action when transmission line project objectives are not being met.Interpret codes and regulations and develop standards for construction projects.Promote engineering professionalism and standards.Develop, recommend, and implement plans by establishing goals, objectives, and requirements that include all scheduling, resources, and information for complex engineering.Position will require occasional travel for site visits (10%).Essential SkillsAt least three to five years of experience in utilities working with Transmission Line Design.At least three to five years of experience completing engineering projects from start to finish.At least three to five years of experience scoping, estimating, and ordering materials for Transmission Lines projects.Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Electrical Engineering.Proficiency in Transmission Line Design and PLS-CADD.Experience with high voltage transmission line design projects.Additional Skills & QualificationsA PE License is desirable but not required.Work Environment

The office is an engineering office environment that is quiet in nature. The dress code is business casual. Teamwork is highly encouraged and happens frequently.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $45.67/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 fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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.