Engineer Associate - Engineer (Transmission Line)

Job Posting End Date

03-11-2025

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date

Job Summary

Responsible to the assigned supervisor for performing entry level engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.

Job Description

The role of a transmission line engineer includes the scoping, design, construction, and analysis of the physical infrastructure (predominantly structures and wires) that enables the transfer of high voltage electricity. For an entry level candidate this role operates with guidance and mentoring from experienced engineers. For those with professional experience, more independence is expected. This role operates as part of a multi-disciplinary team to execute projects from initiation through final construction and closeout. The role is governed by strict safety and design standards but often requires creative thinking and problem solving to find solutions that satisfy all customers/stakeholders.

Ideal candidates should have knowledge and/or experience with large construction projects, project scoping, scheduling and material ordering.

Additional experience with any of the software or concepts below is a plus:* Transmission line routing

Note: A Bachelor of Science degree in a Civil Engineering discipline program is preferred (other disciplines will be considered).

Essential Job Functions:

Technical Expertise:* Possesses entry-level knowledge and experience in the application of theory to solve well-defined problems or provide analysis, with guidance from higher-level engineers.

Leadership & Guidance:* Coordinates work activities of others as required to resolve routine engineering tasks.

Planning & Organization Ability:* Provides input to routine project planning documents related to scheduling and understands the use of scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT, flow charts, etc.) for budget and planning activities.

Problem Solving & Initiative:* Actively seeks out information and understanding of engineering problems and solution techniques applicable to area of responsibility.

Communication:* Assists and participates in the preparation of reports and technical papers.

Interpersonal Skills:* Begins networking with peers to share information and encourage cooperation.

Decision Making:* Knows which decisions they are authorized to make.

Business Awareness & Characteristics:* Demonstrates an attitude and desire to listen to and satisfy both internal and external customers who use and depend upon their organizational unit's work.

Physical Demand is Sedentary Note: Effective 06/01, this role will be designated as "On-Site" - in office reporting will be required five (5) days per week. This vacancy is posted in a range. Education and/or experience will be used to determine appropriate grade and compensation. See Basic Qualifications below for each grade.*

Basic Qualifications: Engineer Associate (Grade 05): ($65,000-$80,000) This is an entry level position for new graduates with a Bachelor's degree in engineering (civil preferred) in a program accredited by ABET*

Engineer (Grade 06): ($75,000-$85,000)

Has typically acquired two (2)or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET; Note: Individuals with a Master's degree in engineering from an engineering program accredited by ABET may be considered for entry into the organization at this level.

Engineer (Grade 07): ($85,000-$105,000)

Has typically acquired four (4) or more years of related engineering experience along with a bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET; or two (2 ) years of related engineering experience along with a Master’s degree in engineering from a program accredited by ABET .

Individuals with a PhD in engineering from an engineering program accredited by ABET* may be considered for entry into the organization at this level. Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is encouraged and preferred.ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology. ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.

Acceptable alternatives are:* Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET), plus a Professional Engineers (PE) license in any state of the U.S. or

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-005

Compensation Range:

$61,647.00-77,057.50 USD

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