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Lead Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Richmond, VA, 23060
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 28 December 2025
Description
Responsibilities may include the following:
- Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 765kV range.
- Mentor and train less experienced design team members.
- Coordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
- Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and S&L formats.
- Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations, drawing preparation, and transmission line models based in PLS-CADD.
- Adhere to Sargent & Lundy's System of Processes.
This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of spending three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.
Dependent upon your location, this opportunity offers a generous relocation package.
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
- BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
- 12 or more years of transmission design experience.
- Proficiency with PLS-CADD software.
- Experience must include preparation of scopes of work, development of conceptual designs, determination of design basis, the selection of equipment and materials, and the preparation and assembling of calculations and specifications.
- Experience working directly with clients on transmission lines from 69kV through 500kV.
- Knowledge of engineering standards including NESC, IEC, ASCE, ACI, IEEE and ANSI.
- Experience reviewing design drawings created by others.
Valued but not required skills and experience:
- PE license
- PMP certification
- Construction experience
- Familiarity with ArcGIS
Award-Winning Benefits
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance- Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- 401(k)
- Pre-Tax Commuter Account
- Merit Scholarship Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program
- Tuition Assistance
- First Professional Licensure Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
Compensation Range
$131,960.00 - $205,330.00Transparency Statement
Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.Awards & Recognition
Equal Opportunity
Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.
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Frequently asked questions
Professionals in this role rigorously apply local and national standards such as NESC, IEEE, and ANSI to transmission line designs, ensuring safety and regulatory adherence. In Richmond, VA, familiarity with state-specific codes is beneficial to meet both client and utility requirements effectively.
Lead Transmission Line Engineers oversee complex design tasks for high-voltage lines (69kV to 765kV), mentor junior engineers, and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams. Their work requires deep technical expertise, client interaction, and adherence to rigorous engineering standards, setting them apart from more generalized engineering roles.
Advancement involves gaining expertise in design software like PLS-CADD, obtaining a PE license, and demonstrating leadership in project coordination. Building client relationships and mastering high-voltage transmission concepts are key milestones toward senior grid engineering positions.
Engineers often grapple with balancing design optimization against regulatory constraints, ensuring accurate load calculations, and coordinating across teams to meet client-specific requirements. Mastery of transmission modeling and rigorous review processes helps mitigate these technical and collaborative hurdles.
Mentorship is woven into daily practices by guiding junior engineers through complex design reviews and hands-on PLS-CADD modeling. This fosters skill development aligned with company standards and strengthens team expertise in high-voltage transmission line projects.
Sargent & Lundy offers competitive salaries ranging from $131,960 to $205,330, complemented by award-winning benefits. This often exceeds local averages due to comprehensive healthcare, flexible hybrid work, and bonuses, making it an attractive option for seasoned transmission engineers in Richmond.
Alongside robust healthcare and flexible schedules, the company invests in professional development through tuition assistance, licensure bonuses, and merit scholarships. These perks promote continuous learning and enhance career trajectories within the electrical power grid sector.
Spending three days in-office facilitates close collaboration and design coordination, while two remote days offer flexibility for focused tasks like report preparation and analysis. This balance optimizes productivity and supports work-life integration in Richmond’s engineering community.
Richmond has a growing need for experienced grid engineers due to regional infrastructure investments. Demand favors professionals proficient in high-voltage line design and client coordination, making this a strategic location for advancing transmission engineering careers.
Competition is moderate but favors candidates with over a decade of transmission design experience and PLS-CADD proficiency. Demonstrating leadership in mentoring and familiarity with multiple engineering standards can significantly enhance candidacy in Richmond’s market.