Transmission Line Design Engineer
Location: Moncks Corner, SC
Pay Rate: flexible based on experience
Duration: Approximately 12 months
Contract: W2

Description:
> Performs engineering designs, analyses/evaluations and recommendations for transmission routing, new construction and facility upgrades.
> Prepares construction plans and specifications for transmission facilities.
> Prepares purchase requisitions, bid packages, and material orders to acquire materials, equipment, and/or services necessary for transmission r/w routing and line construction (new and upgrades).
> Performs bid analyses/evaluations and makes recommendations for materials, equipment, and/or services.
> Prepares necessary permitting documents and submittals throughout various phases of projects.
> Acts as the project lead for assigned projects by attending project meetings and managing design activities and material/equipment/service acquisitions to meet the project schedules.
> Openly and pro-actively coordinates with internal and external customers and other units as necessary.
> Ensures that all project records are maintained in standard project directories and within ECM timely and accurately.
> Delegates tasks as necessary to assigned team members and oversees/directs as necessary.
> Ensures that all projects are completed in accordance with approved design guidelines accurately and within the scheduled time frame.
> Prepares estimates for transmission facilities.
> Responsible for obtaining soil resistivity readings.
> Assist in the investigation of design/material failures.
> Takes initiative in seeking continuous process improvements through researching new materials, equipment, software, and engineering practices.
> Works with field personnel to become more familiar with standard materials, construction practices, and how the design documents are utilized.
> Utilizes unit CAD and design standards.
> Reviews and updates specifications, the CAD cell library, and the standard material catalog.
> Participates in review meetings, interfaces with vendors, and follows all standard procedures.
> Maintains contact with vendors to keep abreast of new designs and technologies.

Requirements:

Bachelors degree in civil or electrical engineering from an EAC/ABET accredited university or college, along with effective communication and strong computer skills. A minimum of five years of directly related design experience is required.
Must possess a valid South Carolina driver�s license. FE certification is required.