Lead Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid

Responsibilities

• Design transmission lines in the 69 kV to 765 kV range
• Mentor and train less experienced design team members
• Coordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations 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 role follows a hybrid work schedule and requires in-office presence three days per week.

Location

Hybrid remote in Portland, OR

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the United States for this position.

• 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 69 kV through 500 kV
• 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 and Automation at Sargent & Lundy

In this role, leaders are expected to guide teams that use modern tools. You will help take engineering problems from issue to solution by setting expectations for using data and automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost effective designs. Roles at this level often direct automation and process-improvement work, for example how teams automate calculations, summarize technical documents, or generate design documentation, and when and how AI or agentic AI tools are used while ensuring results are checked. Overseeing engineers who program or script (for example Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate engineering tasks, with review of automated outputs, is valued but not required. 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-enabled engineering workflows is valued.

Award-Winning Benefits

We prioritize the health and well-being of our employees with comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off. Our award-winning benefits are designed to support work-life balance and overall satisfaction. Our compensation and benefits have earned recognition for culture and excellence in compensation.

• Health and Wellness
• Financial Benefits
• Work-Life Balance
• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA and 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

Compensation range: $131,960.00 - $205,330.00

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.