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Lead Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Tampa, FL, 33602
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
Transmission Line Engineer 2 roles like this focus heavily on advanced design tasks for high-voltage lines (69kv to 765kv), including mentoring junior engineers and performing independent technical reviews, which sets them apart from more junior or field-focused transmission jobs common in Tampa's growing energy sector.
Mastery of PLS-CADD software is crucial for modeling and designing transmission lines, along with deep knowledge of standards such as NESC, IEC, and IEEE. Expertise in preparing scopes of work, detailed calculations, and equipment selection are also key to excelling in this grid-focused engineering role.
Yes, individuals in this role often progress into senior engineering leadership, project management, or specialized technical consulting within transmission systems. The experience mentoring teams and handling complex design challenges at Sargent & Lundy supports growth toward principal engineer or managerial roles.
Sargent & Lundy emphasizes a balance of technical excellence with team mentorship, alongside hybrid work flexibility. Its award-winning benefits and transparent compensation make it an attractive workplace for engineers aiming to blend technical leadership with lifestyle priorities.
Their structured system of processes ensures consistent quality and compliance, so the lead engineer dedicates significant effort to coordinating design activities, reviewing work rigorously, and ensuring adherence to client and regulatory standards, fostering a disciplined yet innovative environment.
Compensation usually falls between $131,960 and $205,330 annually, reflecting the seniority and specialized skills required. Tampa's competitive market for electrical grid engineers supports robust pay packages alongside comprehensive benefit offerings.
Tampa's expanding infrastructure and renewable energy initiatives create steady demand for skilled transmission engineers, though the market remains moderately competitive due to a growing pool of experienced professionals attracted by the region's quality of life and industry growth.
Familiarity with regional codes and standards like NESC and IEEE is vital, and while PE licensure isn't strictly required, it's highly valued in Tampa's engineering community for career progression and meeting client expectations.
Balancing complex technical requirements with regulatory compliance, ensuring accurate modeling using PLS-CADD, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams to meet client specs are typical hurdles. Managing these while mentoring junior staff adds leadership dimensions to the role.
Spending three days in-office fosters collaboration on complex grid projects, while two remote days provide flexibility for focused design work and personal balance, a highly valued arrangement in Tampa’s evolving engineering workplace culture.