Transmission Design Engineer

We are currently seeking candidates to fill the position of Transmission Design Engineer in the Engineering Department.  This position will report to the Manager of Transmission Design & Construction.

Position Summary:  Routing, Design, and assistance in the administration of contracts and agreements for the construction of all CEPCI electric transmission projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Determine possible routes of new transmission lines with the use of aerial photography, field investigation, and evaluation using established industry standards and available GIS resource data.
• Generate plan & profile drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D from data provided by surveyors, and reviews survey data for accuracy.
• Work independently to design transmission lines using RUS and NESC standards and current internal policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Design transmission lines utilizing Power Lines Systems software suite including PLS-CADD, PLS POLE and CAISSON. Provide Structure analysis and loading trees. Prepare RUS Design Data specifications for all South Carolina wind and ice zones. Prepare stringing charts using Sag 10.
• Determine soil boring locations, solicit bids and evaluate soil boring logs for preparation of structure foundation designs using MFAD and Caisson. Design concrete anchor bolt and Vibratory Caisson foundations.
• Prepare structure framing drawings, crossing permit drawings, staking sheets, bill of materials and as built revisions. Prepare guy and anchor staking drawings.
• Have experience and understanding of all local, state and Federal codes related to transmission construction.
• Work with Transmission Providers and Planning Department to coordinate the construction of the Transmission Provider’s tap facilities required to serve Central deliveries.
• Compile the construction contract that is used for the contractor bidding process. Material take-off and ordering for the construction of new transmission lines.
• Prepare and submit transmission line, road, and railroad crossing permits. Assist in the supervision of field construction and assessment of existing lines as required.
• Meet the requirements for a Storm Water Pollution Protection Plan (SWPPP) inspector.
• Create and provide maps, drawings, digital data required from other internal departments, Member Cooperatives, and other related organizations.