Senior Transmission Line Engineer
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CanadaFull-TimeSenior
Salary$111,304 to $153,043 CAD, plus potential discretionary bonus eligibility
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Job Details
- Experience
- 7+ years
- Required Skills
- Project Management
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering from an accredited Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board or ABET-accredited program.
- 7+ years of experience in transmission line engineering, including design, cost estimating, scheduling, and construction support.
- Strong proficiency in PLS-CADD for transmission line modeling and design review.
- Solid understanding of transmission line design principles, right-of-way requirements, and plan/profile drawing interpretation.
- Familiarity with industry codes and standards such as NESC, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
- Experience preparing engineering reports, calculations, and technical documentation with high attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients, vendors, and project teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong analytical and organizational capabilities.
- Valued: P.Eng designation (or eligibility within one year).
- Valued: Experience with tools such as PLS-TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, CDEGS, AutoCAD, or MicroStation.
- Valued: Exposure to or interest in automation, scripting (Python, MATLAB, Excel), and AI-enabled engineering workflows.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design of high-voltage transmission lines (69kV–500kV), ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
- Perform routing and siting studies, cost analyses, and development of engineering design criteria for transmission projects.
- Conduct technical studies including conductor selection, sag and tension analysis, shielding, grounding, and induction assessments.
- Prepare and review engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and supporting technical documentation.
- Collaborate with vendors and clients to define and specify transmission line components and materials.
- Direct and coordinate small engineering teams while managing schedules, budgets, and project deliverables.
- Support proposal development, cost estimating, and technical input for new business opportunities.
- Engage in site visits and client meetings as required to support project execution and alignment.
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