Transmission Project Engineer

Electrical Consultants, Inc. seeks a Transmission Project Engineer for an onsite role in Woods Cross, Utah, to guide transmission line projects from concept through detailed design and energization under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design lifecycle for new and upgraded transmission lines, from concept and preliminary work to final detailed design, including material procurement and construction support through energization.
• Work under the direction of a Senior Engineer or Project Manager to guide a project team in developing design calculations, detail drawings, specifications, and other construction documents for power line facilities.
• Prepare project scope documents outlining objectives, deliverables, and timelines.
• Conduct finite element modeling and analysis using PLS-CADD software.
• Engineer structures and foundations, ensuring structural integrity and code compliance.
• Develop loading, framing, foundation, and plan & profile drawing sets.
• Create staking sheets, sag charts, and other construction exhibits to support field execution.
• Produce material specifications and construction specifications.
• Execute additional design tasks as needed to meet project goals.
• Assist the Project Manager in planning and delivering best-in-class projects, coordinating with clients and stakeholders, mentoring design staff, ensuring quality assurance, and overseeing Design Engineers, Designers, Drafters, and support personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• 6+ years of project and design engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and planning capabilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Commitment to quality and accuracy, with a readiness to meet fast-paced project schedules.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of transmission engineering principles; expertise with applicable codes, standards, and design tools; basic project management execution skills; ability to lead and direct design personnel on a project team.
• May be subject to client-mandated drug and background screening.
• Occasional travel required; must comply with ECI auto insurance carrier requirements.
• Applicants must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Technologies

• PLS-CADD

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k), profit sharing, and employee stock ownership plan
• Paid vacation, personal days and holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Continued professional education reimbursement