Distribution Engineer 1 (Entry-Level) - Grid
Sargent & Lundy is a company specializing in engineering services, and they are seeking an Entry-Level Distribution Engineer to apply their knowledge of transmission line and distribution engineering. The role involves designing transmission lines, preparing construction sketches, performing structural analysis, and developing cost estimates and specifications for procurement.
Responsibilities
- Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 765kV range
- Prepare construction sketches for overhead and underground network services (4 KV through 34 KV)
- Perform structural analysis and design of pole, lattice, framed, and guyed structures
- Perform foundation designs
- Perform conductor selection studies, shielding, grounding and induction studies
- Develop cost estimates and schedules and prepare specifications for the procurement of transmission line & distribution materials and construction
- Specify transmission & distribution components
- Model transmission lines in PLS-CADD, determine right of way requirements, calculate conductor sags, and develop transmission line plan and profile drawings
- Review vendor submittals
Skills
- A Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering preferred
- Will also consider other degrees with coursework in civil, geotechnical, strength of materials, statics, and electrical power
- Related engineering, internship, or co-op work experience
- Proficiency with PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, AutoCAD, PoleForeman, and ArcGIS
- Knowledge of the practical application of engineering principles including basic transmission line engineering and physical distribution design methods
- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models
- Proficiency with MS Office applications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- BS or MS from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program
- Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training
- Proficiency with any of the following programs: PLS-TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD, ArcGIS, CDEGS, AutoCAD, Microstation, or GIS software
- Experience in writing and providing support documentation for engineering calculations
- Experience in utility distribution inspections and/or construction
- Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318
Benefits
- 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
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