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Lead Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Tampa, FL, 33602
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
This position focuses on complex underground transmission line design up to 500kV, involving routing, duct bank layouts, and cable calculations. Unlike broader electrical roles, it demands deep expertise in underground grid infrastructure, especially relevant to Tampa's growing energy needs and regulatory environment.
Emphasize proficiency in cable tensioning software, cymcap modeling, and knowledge of standards like NESC and IEEE. Experience leading design teams on underground transmission lines and familiarity with duct bank installation are critical for standing out in Tampa’s competitive engineering market.
After mastering project leadership in underground transmission, professionals often advance to senior project manager or grid systems architect roles. Opportunities expand towards strategic design oversight and larger infrastructure projects, especially as utilities modernize Tampa’s electrical grid.
Sargent & Lundy’s hybrid work model balances field and office tasks, requiring strong communication across teams. Tampa’s complex urban environment demands innovative routing and trenchless design solutions, making adaptability crucial for engineers in this role.
The company emphasizes combining precise cost estimates with robust design criteria, optimizing duct bank configurations and cable specifications. This approach ensures efficient project delivery while meeting client and regulatory requirements for underground transmission in Tampa’s grid.
Salaries for this role range from approximately $131,960 to $205,330 annually, reflecting experience and expertise with underground transmission systems. This competitive compensation aligns with Tampa’s market demand for skilled electrical grid engineers.
Yes, Tampa’s expanding infrastructure and grid modernization efforts drive strong demand for electrical transmission engineers skilled in underground projects, making it a promising location for career stability and growth.
Tampa’s hybrid work culture, combined with flexible schedules and paid leave benefits, supports work-life balance. Additionally, the city’s traffic patterns and commute times encourage employers to offer remote work options to reduce daily travel stress.
Holding a Professional Engineer (PE) license is essential. Familiarity with Florida-specific electrical codes and experience with NESC and IEEE standards further enhance a candidate’s suitability for roles in underground transmission engineering within Tampa’s regulatory framework.
Absolutely. Expertise in XLPE cable design and ampacity calculations ensures optimal cable performance and safety, directly impacting reliability and cost-efficiency in underground transmission projects, especially in challenging environments like Tampa’s urban grid.