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Lead Underground Transmission Line Engineer 2 - Grid
Company : Sargent &lundy
Location : Houston, TX, 77024
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 cymcap modeling and cable tensioning software is essential for this role, alongside deep knowledge of 500kV underground transmission line design. Mastery over duct bank layouts, trenchless technology, and ampacity calculations ensures robust project execution in Houston's demanding grid infrastructure.
This position commands directing multidisciplinary teams of engineers and drafters, balancing technical oversight with project management. Leading complex underground transmission projects requires strong coordination skills and the ability to align design criteria with client and regulatory standards.
Candidates must be conversant with NESC, EPRI Green Book, IEC, IEEE, and ASCE 7 standards, among others. This knowledge ensures compliance in cable selection, bonding schemes, and structural loading critical to underground power line design and safety.
Houston’s urban density and complex subterranean environment demand meticulous routing and manhole placement strategies. Engineers must navigate existing utilities and environmental constraints while optimizing cost and reliability for underground transmission lines.
Houston's energy sector growth drives strong demand for seasoned underground transmission line engineers, especially those with PE licensure and extensive design leadership experience. Candidates with cable design and trenchless installation skills find themselves highly sought after.
At Sargent & Lundy, engineers benefit from hybrid work flexibility, comprehensive benefits, and a culture recognized for excellence. The firm’s commitment to innovative underground grid solutions and employee growth creates a unique environment for engineering leadership.
Yes, the company provides a generous relocation package for eligible candidates, alongside a competitive salary range between $131,960 and $205,330, plus annual discretionary bonuses and professional licensure bonuses tailored to this senior engineering position.
Compensation typically ranges from approximately $132K to $205K annually, reflecting expertise in underground transmission design and leadership. Salaries in Houston also factor in local cost-of-living and demand for engineers skilled with high-voltage cable systems.
Expertise in high-pressure gas or fluid-filled cable systems expands an engineer’s versatility, opening doors to specialized projects and higher responsibility roles. Such niche knowledge complements traditional XLPE cable skills and enhances leadership potential in underground utilities.
This senior role demands a PE license, over 12 years of design leadership in underground transmission, and proficiency with complex modeling tools. Candidates must demonstrate mastery in cost estimation, regulatory codes, and technical documentation beyond foundational engineering knowledge.