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About the Role
Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through advanced energy intelligence. EPE partners with power and energy clients globally, providing consulting expertise and software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. We are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid and transforming the future of energy.
Responsibilities
- Lead transmission line design, engineering standards development, and technical support for transmission and distribution infrastructure projects.
- Utilize PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, and PLS-Tower, along with industry and utility standards, for reliable and cost-effective engineering solutions.
- Support the development of utility engineering and construction standards, design methodologies, Basis of Design documentation, engineering calculation tools, and technical guidance.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex technical challenges in the power transmission and distribution sector.
- Lead transmission design of projects ranging from 69kV to 500kV+ from conceptual phase through design completion.
- Oversee/Perform calculations, modeling, and analysis, including conductor and shield wire selection, structure loading and analysis, and stringing, sag-tension, and clearance studies.
- Prepare transmission equipment specifications and data sheets, RFQs, technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
- Develop and maintain engineering design and construction standards for transmission and distribution applications.
- Develop covered conductor design standards and criteria.
- Develop and maintain PLS-Pole models, pole selection tools/spreadsheets, sag-tension and clearance tables, and other engineering tools.
- Prepare and maintain Basis of Design (BOD) documents, design guidelines, engineering methodologies, and technical documentation.
- Perform structural and engineering analyses for non-standard or unique applications.
- Provide ad-hoc technical engineering support to clients and project teams.
- Collaborate with utility engineering, construction, operations, standards, and project management teams.
- Support the development, review, and continuous improvement of engineering standards, calculation tools, design templates, technical specifications, and construction guidance.
- Experience developing assembly, framing, loading and design drawings for wood, concrete, steel, FRP, and lattice transmission structures.
- Experience in related electrical studies, such as EMF, fault current, grounding, lightning, induction, impedance, losses and voltage drop design for transmission line design.
- Act as a liaison with clients and contractors, coordinating with various disciplines and permitting agencies and exercising project management skills.
- Experience with geotechnical data interpretation for foundation design and embedment calculations.
- Ability to communicate with survey and GIS personnel, interpret survey data, and incorporate it into PLS-CADD models.
- Ensure designs, engineering methodologies, and construction standards comply with applicable industry codes and standards.
- Interpret existing utility standards and engineering criteria and apply them to the development of new design standards, construction standards, calculation methodologies, and engineering tools.
- Provide technical leadership in the development and implementation of standards for emerging or evolving utility applications.
- Experience with ROW analysis, permitting processes and environmental regulations.
- Conduct site visits to gather data, assess conditions, and support construction as needed.
- Perform load calculations, stress analysis, and structural optimization for transmission line components.
- Collaborate with project managers, drafters, and other engineers to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Conduct quality checks on designs and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Provide engineering support during construction, including addressing RFIs and field modifications.
- Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and changes to design codes and standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Civil, Structural, or a related Engineering discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain one within 12 months.
- 8+ years of experience in the design of overhead and underground high voltage and extra high voltage transmission lines including route selection, line and structure spotting, structure design & analysis, and development of construction bid package.
- Proficiency in using PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, PLS-TOWER, L-Pile, NFAD, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience in structural analysis software (e.g., STAAD.Pro, RISA, SAP2000).
- Familiarity with substation design tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or MicroStation.
- Strong understanding of industry standards such as ASCE, ACI, AISC, NESC, and IEEE.
- Knowledge of soil mechanics, foundation design, and geotechnical principles.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity and innovation.
- Familiarity with GIS, LIDAR, and terrain modeling for transmission line routing.
- Experience with stormwater management and site grading for substations.
Skills
- PLS-CADD
- PLS-Pole
- PLS-Tower
- L-Pile
- NFAD
- Microsoft Office Suite
- STAAD.Pro
- RISA
- SAP2000
- AutoCAD
- Civil 3D
- MicroStation
- ASCE
- ACI
- AISC
- NESC
- IEEE
- Soil mechanics
- Foundation design
- Geotechnical principles
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Team collaboration
- Project management
- AI and automation tools
- GIS
- LIDAR
- Terrain modeling
- Stormwater management
- Site grading
Location
- Remote
Work Type
- Remote
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Senior
- 8+ years
Education Level
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Civil, Structural, or a related Engineering discipline
- Master’s degree preferred
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- MyShare Employee Ownership Program
- Work with industry leaders
- 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)
About the Company
- Electric Power Engineers (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges.
- As leaders in the renewables space, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid.
- Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live.
- Together we can transform the future of energy.
Equal Opportunity
- EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer.