Transmission Line EIT
HDR
- Fargo, ND
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Working under the direction of Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s) your role may encompass the following:
- Preparing conceptual and detailed transmission line designs.
- Modelling transmission lines using PLS-CADD software including line routing, structure spotting, structure selection and design, hardware selection and fit-up, and conductor selection.
- Performing associated structural and clearance calculations and checks in accordance with applicable industry codes.
- Preparing foundation designs using software such as LPile, Caisson or MFAD
- Preparing construction packages for high voltage transmission lines including plan and profiles, structure load trees, structure assemblies and details, stringing charts, foundation schedules and details, and bills of material.
- Liaising and communicating closely with internal and external project stakeholders, including environmental, real estate, construction, maintenance, substation, telecommunications, and project management.
- Working with Designers or CAD Technicians to develop drawings.
- Effectively managing multiple tasks for multiple projects
- Performing site visits during the design, construction, and as-built phases of projects
- Occasional short-term travel (typically 1-2 days) may be necessary.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or other related engineering degree
- EIT certification required
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Strong written and confident verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Self-motivated and ability to take initiative.
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
- Experience working in the consulting or electrical utility environment.
- Some experience in overhead transmission line design preferred.
- Experience interpreting and applying requisite industry design codes and standards. such as NESC, IEEE, ASCE and ACI.
- Experience using PLS-CADD for analysis and design of transmission (or distribution) lines.
- Understanding of geotechnical reports and experience in foundations design using software such as LPile, Caisson or MFAD considered a plus.
- Experience using AutoCAD and/or Microstation considered a plus.