Transmission Line Engineer Consultant

Engineer & Design leading company supporting T&D grid mod projects
Support the country's largest substation greenfield and brownfield projects

About Our Client

The company is a well-established business services provider with a strong presence in the Energy & Natural Resources sector. They are a mid-sized organization known for their innovative approach and commitment to delivering exceptional results for their clients.

Job 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.
Direct a small project team.

The position will also offer you the opportunity to:

Work with experienced engineers and mentor less experienced staff.
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.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Essential Skills and experience:

This position requires a degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
Proficiency with PLS-CADD software to able to review transmission line models.
5 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:

Have a current PE license or the ability to acquire one within one year.
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.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary range: $125,000 - $195,000 USD annually.
Flexibility that works: Choose a hybrid or remote schedule that fits your life and projects
Access to medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Opportunity to work in a key role within the energy and natural resources sector.
A temporary position offering hands-on experience with impactful projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Engineer to make a meaningful impact. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply
Overtime paid at 1.5x, with strong potential for additional hours during peak project phases.
Opportunity to travel to project sites nationwide supporting major power delivery projects, with all travel expenses covered.
Work on high-impact transmission and substation infrastructure projects supporting grid modernization and reliability initiatives across the U.S.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits available.
Join a firm consistently recognized as a "Top Place to Work" for five consecutive years, known for its collaborative engineering culture and commitment to employee development

If you are a motivated Transmission Line Engineer Consultant seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity in Charlotte, we encourage you to apply today.

Contact

Dom Delia

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