Engineer Sr - Engineer Prin (T-Line)

About this role

Job Posting End Date 08-31-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

In this role, you'll be responsible to the assigned manager for performing advance engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives. Job Description

Technical Expertise: • Possesses knowledge and experience in the application of theory to solve well-defined problems or provide analysis, with guidance from higher-level engineers. • Assists higher-level engineers in handling well-defined portions of more complex problems and analyses. • Exhibits fundamental understanding of standards, codes and regulations relevant to the area of assignment. • Gains familiarity with standards, codes and regulations relevant to the area of assignment. • Gains familiarity with pertinent equipment, materials, systems and business processes.

Leadership & Guidance: • Coordinates work activities of others as required to resolve routine engineering tasks. • Demonstrates working knowledge of appropriate policies and procedures; however, activities are generally monitored by higher-level employees to ensure work is performed in accordance with established guidelines. • Performs work activities as assigned and coached by higher-level employees. • Demonstrates ability to work with others in both supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary. • Demonstrates willingness and capabilities to assume leadership roles.

Planning & Organization Ability: • Provides input to routine project planning documents related to scheduling and understands the use of scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT, flow charts, etc.) for budget and planning activities. • Monitors project status and recommend action accordingly. • Prepares cost estimates using established standards. • Develops understanding of the workflow for routine engineering projects. • Accomplishes work according to plans and schedules established by higher-level employees.

Problem Solving & Initiative: • Actively seeks out information and understanding of engineering problems and solution techniques applicable to area of responsibility. • Applies basic techniques to perform analysis associated with the resolution of routine technical problems. • Uses initiative in looking for opportunities and presenting new ideas and new approaches.

Communication: • Assists and participates in the preparation of reports and technical papers. • Assimilates information and instructions readily. • Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing and presents ideas clearly. • Listens to and understands instructions, and requests clarification as required.

Interpersonal Skills: • Begins networking with peers to share information and encourage cooperation. • Understands the agendas and perspectives of others. • Develops effective give-and-take relationship. • Demonstrates the ability to be a team player. • Relates to people in an open, friendly, and sincere manner.

Decision Making: • Knows which decisions they are authorized to make. • Develops decision-making skills under guidance of higher-level employees and makes routine decisions subject to review and contributes to team decision-making.

Business Awareness & Characteristics: • Demonstrates an attitude and desire to listen to and satisfy both internal and external customers who use and depend upon their organizational unit's work. • Applies economic analysis techniques in problem solving. • Pursues effective ways to protect and enhance the environment while providing reliable electricity at a competitive cost. • Active participation in professional and business organizations is encouraged. • Develops an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the department. 

What You'll Do: Transmission Line Engineering: • Plan and scope T-Line projects • Communicate with stakeholders • Structure type selection • Geotechnical Report evaluation • Design of multiple foundation types • Wire tension & clearance evaluation • PLS-CADD Design

What We're Looking For: Has typically acquired six to eight (6-8) or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET*; or 6 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET*. 

Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico** is preferred for this position unless approval to waive this requirement is given by the organization's EVP.

Individuals with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology can satisfy this degree requirement, if they obtain a certified Professional Engineering (PE) license. 

Acceptable alternative is:

(1) a Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.** Confirmation is preferred to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.

***VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with an Non ABET accredited program

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Compensation Data Compensation Grade:

SP20-009 Compensation Range:

$98,993.00 - $151,132.50 The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a neg

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