Engineer - Transmission Line (Hybrid) at USPI

Austin, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Line Design Principles, High Voltage Power Lines, PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, PLS-TOWER, Structure Design, Foundation Design, Structure Loading Trees, Vendor Drawing Review, Engineering Reports, Mentorship, Communication, Project Implementation, Field Assessments, Inspections, Design Analysis

Industry

Description

Join us at LCRA, where you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and rewarding projects that make a real difference in the lives of Texans. We provide an encouraging and inclusive work environment that fosters professional growth and development. LCRA TSC is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer to join our team in the LCRA TLE Department. You will use your expertise to design and analyze the transmission system, contributing to improving the quality of life for Texans. Join our world-class organization that values ambition, excellence, and collaborative success. We are seeking someone knowledgeable in line design principles who can provide support and mentorship to fellow engineers, construction crews, and customers. If you fit this description, we would love to hear from you. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in crafting high voltage power lines (69kV - 345kV) using industry-leading software. You should be able to effectively communicate your engineering design concepts to various stakeholders within LCRA. You will be trusted to: - Craft and analyze high voltage transmission lines (69kV - 345kV) using PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER. - Prepare scopes for TL projects and assist in the development of project estimates. - Craft and analyze high voltage transmission lines (69kV - 345kV) using PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER. - Route transmission lines and develop comprehensive line designs, ensuring rigorously detailed implementation. - Design structures and foundations, including the creation of structure loading trees. - Prepare Construction Documents as the Engineer of Record. - Review and approve vendor drawings to ensure compliance with specifications. - Provide authoritative support and mentorship to fellow engineers, construction crews, and other collaborators. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to successfully implement projects that meet our ambitious standards. - Perform field assessments and inspections to determine project requirements and ensure quality standards. - Prepare detailed engineering reports and documentation. - Stay updated with industry trends and standard methodologies to maintain our competitive edge. You qualify with: - Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas - Driver's license You are a great fit with: - Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, electrical engineering, or mechanical engineering from an accredited University, or a related field, or equivalent experience. - Minimum of 5 years of experience in transmission line or structural design. - Dedication to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. - Proficiency in routing and crafting transmission lines using PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, & PLS-TOWER. - Capability to craft structures and foundations and provide structure loading trees & review vendor drawings. - Familiarity with industry codes and standards such as the NESC, ASCE, ACI, and IEEE. - Strong communication skills to effectively convey engineering designs, standards, and processes to other engineers and collaborators. - Proven track record of completing projects on time and within budget. - Demonstrated ability to develop engineering design standards and procedures. - Experience mentoring and training engineering staff. You gain: - Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance - Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave - 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option - Life and disability insurance - Wellness program including wellness incentive - Extensive learning & development programs And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment. Equal Opportunity Employer LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment. LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org [lcra.benefits@lcra.org]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

The engineer will design and analyze high voltage transmission lines (69kV - 345kV) using specialized software like PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER, while also preparing construction documents as the Engineer of Record. Responsibilities include routing lines, designing structures and foundations, reviewing vendor drawings, and providing authoritative support and mentorship to various teams.