Sargent & Lundy logo

Senior Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy

Clayton, MOHybridFull-time$100–153K/yrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

Most applications go out cold — see where you stand first. No sign-up to start.

At a glance

Compensation
$100–153K/yr
Location
Clayton, MOHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Job overview

Sargent & Lundy is hiring a Senior Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid. The Senior Transmission Line Engineer 2 will design transmission lines in the 69kV to 500kV range, focusing on cost analyses, design criteria development, and routing. This role involves conductor selection, shielding, grounding, and induction studies, as well as working with vendors and clients to specify components. The engineer will also direct a small project team and mentor less experienced staff.

Key focus areas include Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 500kV range, Perform cost analyses, develop design criteria, and route/site transmission lines, and Conduct conductor selection studies, shielding, grounding, and induction studies.

Successful candidates bring Degree From ABET-Accredited Engineering Program and Familiarity With Design Codes And Standards. Important skills include PLS-CADD, Transmission Line Design Incorporating Code Requirements, Cost Estimate Development, Schedule Creation And Coordination, Preparation Of Specifications For Procurement Of Transmission Line Materials And Construction, and Liaising With Construction And Installation. Preferred (not required): Developing Engineering Proposals And Cost Estimates, Scheduling, PLS-TOWER, and SAG10.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

PLS-CADDTransmission Line Design Incorporating Code RequirementsCost Estimate DevelopmentSchedule Creation and CoordinationPreparation of Specifications for Procurement of Transmission Line Materials and ConstructionLiaising With Construction and InstallationVerify/Review Right of Way RequirementsConductor Sags/TensionsTransmission Line Plan and Profile Drawings and Construction DocumentsDesign TechniquesToolsPrinciples Involved in the Production of Technical Plans, Drawings, and ModelsWriting and Providing Support Documentation for Engineering CalculationsNESCIECCSAIEEEANSIIBCASCE 7AISCACI 318MS Office ApplicationsCommunicationAttention to DetailDeveloping Engineering Proposals and Cost EstimatesSchedulingPLS-TOWERSAG10LPILEMFADArcGISCDEGSAutoCADMicroStationAutomationArtificial IntelligencePythonMATLABAdvanced Excel

Qualifications

ABET-Accredited Engineering Degree7+ Years Project Team ExperienceCurrent PE License or Ability to Acquire Within One YearMinor, Certificate, or Other Experience in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or Related Fields

Benefits

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

Full job description

Description

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.

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.

Qualifications

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

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.

  • 7 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.

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

$100,019 - $152,807

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.

Software Powered by ICIMS

CityClayton

StateMO

CountryUnited States

Area of InterestTransmission Line Engineering

TypeFull Time - Regular

Job ID2026-25476

Business GroupGrid Group

DepartmentTransmission Line Engineering

You've read the whole posting — now see how you match it.