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Transmission Line Engineer

Transmission Line Engineer



Description:
Be part of a growing team of Transmission Line Engineers with one of the largest providers of Energy Solutions in the US!!! As our country moves to upgrade the power grid, our client and their transmission engineers are at the forefront with solutions that utilize the latest computer-aided design and development with project designs adapted to some of the most rugged terrains across the country.

We have an immediate need in Austin, TX for an experienced Engineer to provide engineering/technical expertise to solve complex problems, and provide leadership skills to manage work in a specific area of expertise, with minimal supervision. Responsibilities for transmission line engineering including detailed design for high voltage transmission projects through 500kV. Depending upon complexity of the project, the candidate may prepare, provide guidance, or assist in preparing and developing the engineering deliverables for electric transmission projects - including line routing, structure selection & design, plan & profile drawings, hardware & conductor selection, equipment & construction specifications, and all associated calculations. Detailed knowledge of NESC code requirements and transmission & structure design software (PLSCADD, PLS-Pole, PLS-Tower, Sag10, AutoCad, etc) is required. Candidate will be responsible for working closely with other engineering and design team members to coordinate overall design package and requirements. Other duties include developing technical specifications, providing direction and guidance to drafters and designers, directing the flow of drafting and designer duties, insuring design schedules are met, including regularly providing project status updates to project engineer. Responsible for handling multiple projects and providing a detailed design package that complies with applicable engineering design standards and all safety codes.

  • Volt is a publicly-traded Fortune 1000 corporation with major operations worldwide.
  • Volt has over 50 years of experience and is a leader in the staffing industry.
  • Volt operates under the strictest code of business ethics.
  • Volt is a Six Sigma company.
  • Volt is also an EOE.


    Requirements:
    Required Qualifications:
    * Graduate of four year college or university with Bachelor of Science of Engineering degree; BSCE or BSEE preferred.
    * 5+ years experience as a practicing engineer
    * State registration as a Professional Engineer.
    * Detailed knowledge of NESC code requirements and transmission & structure design software (PLSCADD, PLS-Pole, PLS-Tower, Sag10, AutoCad, etc) is required
    * Proficient in engineering theories and principles.
    * Proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations
    * Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
    * Excellent written and oral communication skills.


    Location: Austin, TX

    Type: DIRECT

    Duration: Direct

    Pay Rate: DOE

    Contact:

    Volt Technical Resources
    Volt Workforce Solutions
    12007 Research Blvd., Suite 103
    Austin, TX 78759
    PH: 512/219-6070
    FX: 512/219-6059

     


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    Job Information

    Reference ID:
    300286-852-13-250115
    Company:
    Volt Workforce Solutions
    Location:
    Austin, TX 78759
    Status:
    Employee
    Salary:

    DOE
    Job Category:
    Engineering

    Contact Information

    Company:
    Volt Workforce Solutions
    Address:
    12007 Research Blvd., Suite 103
    Austin, TX 78759
    Email:
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    Phone:
    512/219-6070
    Fax:
    512/219-6059