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Lead Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy

Farmington, MIHybridFull-time$135–206K/yrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$135–206K/yr
Location
Farmington, MIHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Sargent & Lundy is hiring a Lead Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid. The Lead Transmission Line Engineer 2 will design transmission lines ranging from 69kV to 765kV, mentor junior team members, and coordinate design activities to ensure compliance with specifications and client requirements. This role involves preparing technical reports and studies, performing independent reviews of engineering work, and adhering to company processes. The position also requires leading others in using modern tools like automation and AI to improve workflows and deliver cost-effective designs.

Key focus areas include Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 765kV range, Mentor and train less experienced design team members, and Coordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.

Successful candidates bring BS Degree, 12+ Years Transmission Design Experience, and Engineering Standards Knowledge. Important skills include Design Transmission Lines 69kV to 765kV, Mentor And Train Design Team Members, Coordinate Design Activities, Prepare Reports And Studies, Independent Reviews Of Work, and PLS-CADD. Preferred (not required): ArcGIS, Automate Calculations, Summarize Technical Documents, and Generate Design Documentation.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Design Transmission Lines 69kV to 765kVMentor and Train Design Team MembersCoordinate Design ActivitiesPrepare Reports and StudiesIndependent Reviews of WorkPLS-CADDPreparation of Scopes of WorkDevelopment of Conceptual DesignsDetermination of Design BasisSelection of Equipment and MaterialsPreparation and Assembling of Calculations and SpecificationsWorking Directly With ClientsKnowledge of Engineering StandardsNESCIECASCEACIIEEEANSIReviewing Design DrawingsLead Others Using Modern ToolsArcGISAutomate CalculationsSummarize Technical DocumentsGenerate Design DocumentationPythonMATLABAdvanced ExcelOversight of Automation and Agentic AI-Enabled Engineering Workflows

Qualifications

BS Degree From ABET-Accredited Engineering Program12 Years Transmission Design ExperienceTransmission Lines From 69kV Through 500kV ExperiencePE LicensePMP CertificationConstruction ExperienceMinor in Computer ScienceCertificate in Computer ScienceExperience in Computer ScienceMinor in Artificial IntelligenceCertificate in Artificial IntelligenceExperience in Artificial Intelligence

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Description

Responsibilities may include the following:

  • Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 765kV range.

  • Mentor and train less experienced design team members.

  • Coordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.

  • Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and S&L formats.

  • Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations, drawing preparation, and transmission line models based in PLS-CADD.

  • Adhere to Sargent & Lundy's System of Processes.

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

  • BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.

  • 12 years of transmission design experience.

  • Proficiency with PLS-CADD software.

  • Experience must include preparation of scopes of work, development of conceptual designs, determination of design basis, the selection of equipment and materials, and the preparation and assembling of calculations and specifications.

  • Experience working directly with clients on transmission lines from 69kV through 500kV.

  • Knowledge of engineering standards including NESC, IEC, ASCE, ACI, IEEE and ANSI.

  • Experience reviewing design drawings created by others.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

  • PE license

  • PMP certification

  • Construction experience

  • Familiarity with ArcGIS

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

$134,546 - $205,557

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.

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CityFarmington Hills

StateMI

CountryUnited States

Area of InterestTransmission Line Engineering

TypeFull Time - Regular

Job ID2026-25490

Business GroupGrid Group

DepartmentTransmission Line Engineering

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