Senior Transmission Line Engineer

Overview Join to apply for the Senior Transmission Line Engineer role at Stantec . Our transmission line engineering group has an opportunity for a Senior Transmission Line Engineer based out of British Columbia. This opportunity is available to Professional Engineers with a minimum of 10 years of experience in the transmission line industry. You will work on several power line projects with a team of talented transmission line designers, engineers, and subject matter experts in a dynamic, vibrant, and collaborative team environment. Your Opportunity This role is based in British Columbia and involves leading engineering and design services for power transmission line projects from conceptual design through construction. Your Key Responsibilities Engineering and design services of power transmission line projects from conceptual design through construction. Act as lead project engineer for transmission line projects, coordinating technical discussions with internal and external teams, interfacing with project managers and clients. Act as lead design engineer for projects and perform route alignment and line layout studies. Prepare engineering and design deliverables including conceptual design, criteria, line layouts, structural configuration, loading analysis, structure design, conductor and overhead ground wire analysis, and material selection. Utilize PLS-CADD regularly for transmission line modeling, profiling, tower spotting, design calculations and checks, reports and drawings (plan & profile, structure data sheets, bill of materials, stringing charts). Model, analyze, design and optimize new or existing transmission structures using PLS-TOWER, PLS-POLE and other FE modeling programs. Serve as peer and independent reviewer for design and engineering work delivered by other team members. Supervise a team of transmission line engineers and designers including technical mentorship and coaching. Prepare technical reports, project scope, specifications and line construction documents including Issued for Tender (IFT) and Issued for Construction (IFC) packages. Provide material quantity estimates for transmission lines. Provide engineering and technical support to field crews during construction, including site supervision. Participate in site visits and field reviews as needed. Engage in discussions with clients and contractors and coordinate with various disciplines to achieve successful project implementation. Your Capabilities and Credentials Proficiency with PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER. Knowledge of international and North American transmission line industry standards and guidelines such as IEC, IEEE, ASCE, Cigre, CSA and NESC. Knowledge of Canadian utility standards and design practices. Experience with route selection and studies for overhead transmission lines. Experience developing design drawings for a variety of transmission structure types. Knowledge of transmission line materials (structures, conductor, OPGW, insulators, hardware accessories and fittings). Understanding of project management systems. Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and in teams. Strong time-management and multi-tasking abilities. Strong communication skills to proactively convey project issues with the project team and clients. Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks with flexibility in assignments. Additional capabilities beneficial for the role include: Experience designing foundations for various transmission structure types and geotechnical requirements. Ability to perform line electrical studies (RI, EMF), interconnection and load flow studies, short circuit analysis, insulation coordination and lightning performance and grounding studies for transmission lines. Experience designing HV underground and submarine cables. Experience with line condition assessments. Education and Experience Structural, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Degree from a recognized university. Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) registered with the Canadian Engineering Association in the province of practice. Minimum 10 years of transmission line design and engineering experience within utilities, EPC, or consulting organizations. Minimum of 5 years of transmission line engineering practice after registration as P.Eng. Typical office environment with a hybrid model of working in the office and at home. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities and may change at any time with or without notice. Primary Location: Canada | BC | Kelowna Organization: BC-1182 Energy-CA West Employee Status: Regular Travel: No Schedule: Full time Job Posting: 17/06/ :06:45 Req ID: REQ FZ Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Business Consulting and Services #J-18808-Ljbffr