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Transmission Line Engineer (Remote)

Actalent
Birmingham, AL Remote Full Time
POSTED ON 3/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2025

Job Description

Actalent connects passion with purpose. We are supporting critical engineering and sciences initiatives that advance how companies serve the world. With almost 40 years of experience, our scalable talent solutions and engineering and sciences services provide the expertise our customers need to achieve more. The position falls within the transmission department of the organization. The engineer will be working with senior engineers to complete projects that support our utility customer. They will work with in-house and client engineers and designers.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the engineering and design activities related to transmission line design such as engineering analysis and design, route selection, material acquisition, structural and foundation design, and project and construction management.
  • Prepare project construction documents such as: plan and profile drawings; design drawings; engineering, material, and construction specifications; project schedules and bills of material.
  • Develop project design alternatives and corresponding cost estimates.
  • Design new transmission facilities with voltages ranging from 12 kV to 765 kV.
  • Utilize PLS-CADD to model transmission line design projects.
  • Conduct contractor bid and construction meetings and assist in ensuring that work activities are performed safely and in accordance with plans and established schedules, and in compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
  • Coordinate effectively with governmental and regulatory agencies and contractors to secure project permits.
  • Provide leadership to facilitate project completion, train and mentor other engineers, and develop measurable work area goals and objectives.
  • Function as a project lead for transmission projects.
  • Coordinate work activities of others within the work group and department to complete transmission projects.
  • Provide training and guidance to lower-level employees.
  • Initiate corrective action when project objectives are not being met.
  • Work under the supervision of higher-level engineers.
  • Position will require occasional site visits.

Essential Skills

  • Minimum two years of experience in transmission line engineering.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering (ABET).
  • Proficiency in PLS-CADD.
  • Experience with high voltage (HV) and extra high voltage (EHV) transmission line design.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • A PE License is desirable but not required.

Work Environment

The office is an engineering office environment that is quiet in nature. The dress code is business casual. Teamwork is highly encouraged and happens frequently.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.67 - $55.29/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Birmingham,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 7, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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