Transmission Line Engineer

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About the role

  • Transmission Line Engineer designing power line projects for Stantec with opportunities for career growth. Collaborate with a team in a hybrid work environment across Canada.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare engineering and design deliverables for transmission lines including conceptual design basis and design criteria, line layouts, structural configurations, loading analysis, structure design, conductor and overhead ground wire analysis, and material selection
  • Using PLS-CADD regularly for transmission line modeling, profiling, structure spotting, preparation of design calculations, reports, and drawings including plan & profile sheets, structure data sheets, bill of materials, and stringing charts
  • Model, analyze, design, and optimize new or existing transmission structures using PLS TOWER, PLS-POLE, and other FE modeling programs
  • Perform route alignment and line layout/selection studies
  • Prepare technical reports, project scopes, specifications, and construction documents including Issue for Tender (IFT) and Issue for Construction (IFC) packages
  • Provide material quantities and estimates for transmission lines, including line hardware, wires, structures, and foundations
  • Provide technical engineering support and reviews to field crews during construction, which includes site supervision
  • Participate in site visits and field reviews as needed, depending on project locations and your role within projects
  • Participate in discussions with clients and contractors, as well as coordinate with various disciplines for successful implementation of projects
  • Mentor and train EITs and junior transmission line designers

Requirements

  • Civil/Structural Engineering degree from a recognized university
  • Professional Engineer registered with a Canadian Engineering Association
  • Minimum 5 years of transmission line design and engineering experience
  • Proficient with PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, PLS TOWER
  • Familiar with transmission line industry standards (Canadian e.g. CSA, US e.g. NESC, and international) and other guidelines such as IEC, IEEE, ASCE, and CIGRE
  • Experience developing design drawings for variety of transmission structure types
  • Knowledge of transmission line materials (structures, conductor, OPGW, insulators, hardware accessories, and fittings)
  • Sound understanding of project management systems
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and in teams
  • Strong time management skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Strong interest in developing new skills and career advancement
  • Strong communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate project issues with the project team and clients
  • Strong Organizational skills, along with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and demonstrate a flexible approach to work assignments.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision plans
  • Wellness program
  • Health care spending account
  • Wellness spending account
  • Group registered retirement savings plan
  • Employee stock purchase program
  • Group tax-free savings account
  • Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
  • Short-term/long-term disability plans
  • Emergency travel benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Professional membership fee coverage
  • Paid time off

Job title

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

CA$89,200 - CA$129,300 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

HybridWaterlooCanada

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