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Lead Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Pittsburgh, PA, 15219
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
Expertise in designing duct bank layouts, ampacity calculations, and cable tensioning software is crucial for this role. Mastery in applying standards like NESC, IEEE, and EPRI guidelines ensures safe and efficient underground transmission line engineering at high voltages such as 500kV.
Advancement often leads to senior engineering or project leadership roles, involving oversight of multidisciplinary teams and larger-scale grid infrastructure projects. Continuous skill development in emerging technologies and regulatory standards supports upward mobility within utility engineering sectors.
Responsibilities include designing complex underground transmission routes considering Pittsburgh’s urban infrastructure, coordinating with local vendors, and ensuring compliance with regional codes. Balancing fieldwork with technical documentation is essential to managing projects in this metropolitan environment.
Sargent & Lundy fosters a collaborative environment where leadership in technical design and team coordination is valued. Their hybrid work model and award-winning benefits cultivate a balanced atmosphere, encouraging engineers to innovate while maintaining strong client and vendor relationships.
Possessing a PE license validates professional competence and enables engineers to approve designs and specifications independently. At Sargent & Lundy, this licensure supports leadership credibility and regulatory compliance within complex underground transmission projects.
Regional utilities and engineering firms often prioritize candidates with PE licensure and familiarity with local design codes like the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission standards. Experience in navigating Pittsburgh’s infrastructure constraints enhances hiring prospects.
Pittsburgh’s growing infrastructure modernization projects have increased demand for skilled underground transmission engineers. However, competition remains moderate due to the niche expertise required, making experienced professionals with 12+ years highly sought after.
Compensation typically spans from $131,960 to $205,330 annually, reflecting experience and project complexity. This salary range aligns with industry standards in Pittsburgh for senior underground transmission line engineers, supplemented by comprehensive benefits.
Yes, Sargent & Lundy promotes professional development through leadership roles in multidisciplinary projects, offering mentorship and flexible work arrangements that empower engineers to refine management skills alongside technical expertise.
The company encourages utilization of specialized software such as Cymcap for cable modeling and other design tools, enabling precise ampacity calculations and trenchless installation planning, which are vital for delivering cutting-edge underground transmission solutions.