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Lead Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Phoenix, AZ, 85003
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 30 December 2025
Description
This position will offer you the ability to apply and expand your knowledge of underground transmission line engineering, including routing, duct bank configurations, manhole placement and electrical principles to:
- Design of complex underground transmission lines for voltages up to 500kV
- Responsible for cost analyses, development of design criteria, siting and routing in complex environments, and placement of manholes for underground transmission lines
- Responsible for physical design including duct bank layouts, development of trenchless designs, cable pulling calculations, development of drawing packages
- Responsible for cable selection studies, determining bonding scheme, performing ampacity calculations
- Develop riser structure configuration and structural loading
- Develop specifications including cable procurement, duct bank installation, trenchless installation, and general construction specifications
- Work and coordinate with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components
- Direct project team of other engineers, designers, and drafters
This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend 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:
- This position requires a BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
- Have current PE License
- Proficiency with CYMCAP modeling
- Proficiency with cable tensioning calculations and software
- 12 or more years of experience of leading a design team in the development of complex underground transmission projects
- Design experience incorporating code requirements, EPRI recommendations, client requirements
- Experience in cost estimate development and schedule creation and coordination
- Experience with XLPE cable design
- Experience with the preparation of specifications for installation and procurement of underground transmission line materials and components
- Knowledge to verify/review right of way requirements, bonding schemes, underground transmission line plan and profile drawings and other construction documents
- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models
- Experience in writing and providing support documentation for engineering calculations
- Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, EPRI Green Book, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318
- Proficiency with MS Office applications
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Attention to detail
Valued but not required skills and experience:
- Experience with High Pressure Gas Filled or High-Pressured Fluid Filled pipe type cable systems and associated equipment
- Experience with underground distribution or low voltage cable systems
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
Holding a Professional Engineer (PE) license is crucial, especially in Arizona's regulatory environment. Familiarity with local electrical codes and standards like NESC and IEEE enhances your qualifications, reflecting the region's emphasis on safety and compliance in underground transmission projects.
Phoenix's rapid infrastructure growth drives strong demand for experienced underground transmission line engineers. Compared to larger hubs, competition may be moderate, but the city's expanding grid modernization projects offer consistent opportunities for engineers with over a decade of relevant experience.
Expertise in duct bank layout, cable tension calculations, and riser structure configuration is vital. Mastery of tools like CYMCAP for ampacity modeling and proficiency in interpreting EPRI and IEEE standards enables effective leadership in high-voltage underground transmission projects.
Coordinating engineers, designers, and drafters requires balancing technical rigor with clear communication. Challenges include aligning design criteria, managing project timelines, and integrating vendor specifications, all while ensuring adherence to electrical codes and cost constraints.
Sargent & Lundy emphasizes hybrid work flexibility alongside leading-edge underground transmission projects up to 500kV. The role blends technical design leadership with robust client collaboration, backed by award-winning benefits fostering employee well-being and professional growth.
Engineers benefit from a hybrid schedule allowing remote work, a competitive compensation package, and relocation support. Additionally, involvement in complex routing and trenchless designs within Phoenix's challenging environments enables skill expansion in a supportive company culture.
With a salary range between $131,960 and $205,330, this position offers competitive compensation reflecting senior expertise in underground transmission engineering. Phoenix's market supports these figures due to increasing infrastructure investments and demand for experienced grid engineers.
Daily responsibilities include designing duct bank configurations, performing cable pulling and tension calculations, developing trenchless installation plans, and preparing detailed construction drawings. These tasks ensure safe, efficient underground power delivery in compliance with industry standards.
Phoenix's desert terrain and urban sprawl necessitate careful routing to mitigate heat effects and accommodate existing utilities. Engineers must consider soil conditions and right-of-way constraints unique to the area to optimize manhole placement and ensure long-term system reliability.
The role offers substantial autonomy in developing design standards, managing cost analyses, and directing project teams. However, collaboration with vendors, clients, and adherence to regulatory codes ensures that independent decisions align with broader project and company goals.