Transmission Line Engineer

Insight Global • Forest Park, GA • 6h ago

Job Description

Create a safe work environment through total personal commitment to putting Safety First

Become knowledgeable of the process used at Southern Company in the planning, design, operation, construction, and maintenance of high voltage transmission lines (HVTL).

Become knowledgeable of the functions and activities of the various internal departments that are involved in the design, construction, and maintenance of HVTL.

Become knowledgeable of the transmission line design practices and work processes.

Become proficient in the use of all software applications used in the design, construction, and maintenance of HVTL

Be knowledgeable of the rules governing FERC property accounting

Support the development of design standards and criteria for use on the Southern Company transmission system

Support construction and maintenance teams during day-to-day operations as well as in emergency restoration of failed equipment

Serve as a damage assessment team member after major storms after receiving the company-provided training. This will require overnight travel within the Southern Company system.

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Skills and Requirements

The following education levels are required for these positions:

o Engineer Position - BS degree or higher in Engineering (Civil, Electrical or Mechanical preferred)

o Designer Position - A two-year degree, or higher, from a technical school or university with 2+ years of experience with engineering design or 5+ years of experience as a designer with no degree

A Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus

Experience:

Previous Transmission Line Design experience is preferred

Maintenance, construction, or project management experience in the utility industry

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of overall transmission line design, construction, and maintenance practices, with specific expertise in line design and construction materials preferred.

Technical aptitude to solve civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering problems related to HVTL design and construction.

Technical ability to read, interpret, and apply design criteria and government regulations to HVTL design and construction. Knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code preferred.

Computer skills to be proficient with standard office software applications and to adapt quickly to HVTL application software. Previous experience with PLS-CADD is a plus.

Interpersonal skills sufficient to build working relationships with peers, internal customers, and the public.

Time management skills sufficient to manage multiple projects with various priorities and competing deadlines.

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