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Lead Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Reading, PA, 19601
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 experience in transmission design.
- 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
Transmission Line Engineer 2 at Sargent & Lundy focuses deeply on high-voltage line design (69kV-765kV) combined with mentoring and quality assurance. This role uniquely blends hands-on design with leadership in ensuring compliance with standards like NESC and IEC, unlike many broader electrical engineering roles.
Professionals in this role often advance to senior design leadership or project management positions, leveraging extensive transmission expertise and client interaction. Gaining certifications like PE or PMP can further enhance opportunities in the evolving electric transmission industry.
Mastery of PLS-CADD for transmission modeling, comprehensive understanding of electrical standards (IEEE, ANSI), and experience in conceptual design and equipment selection are critical. Strong report-writing and independent review capabilities also distinguish top engineers in this field.
Sargent & Lundy provides a hybrid work model with three in-office days, plus extensive health plans, tuition assistance, and flexible leave options. Award-winning compensation and programs like back-up daycare help create a supportive environment for engineers balancing demanding projects.
Mentorship is a core duty, where seasoned engineers guide juniors through design reviews and skill development. This fosters knowledge sharing and ensures quality standards are consistently met across transmission projects, strengthening team capabilities.
Reading’s proximity to major utilities and grid infrastructure projects creates steady demand for skilled transmission engineers. While competition exists, candidates with strong PLS-CADD skills and experience in 69kV-765kV lines are particularly sought after.
This salary band aligns well with regional engineering compensation trends, considering the seniority and specialized skills required. It factors in the hybrid work setup and comprehensive benefits, positioning Sargent & Lundy competitively within Pennsylvania’s energy sector.
While PE licensure and PMP certification aren’t mandatory, they enhance credibility and may influence project leadership roles. Familiarity with regional engineering standards and software tools like ArcGIS also adds significant local market value.
This role uniquely requires engineers to not only develop detailed transmission designs but also engage directly with clients to align project scopes and technical studies. Such collaboration ensures solutions meet both regulatory and client-specific requirements.
Sargent & Lundy emphasizes rigorous process adherence and award-winning employee benefits, fostering a culture of quality and work-life balance. Their focus on mentoring and comprehensive project scope management sets them apart in the competitive transmission engineering landscape.