Senior Transmission Line Design Engineer

Senior Transmission Line Engineer

Position: Senior Transmission Line Engineer

Location: Atlanta, GA

Duration: Full Time/Direct Hire

Experience: 510-year Transmission Design Experience Required

PLS-CADD Experience Is A Must

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.
• 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.
• Written and verbal communication skills sufficient to satisfactorily complete project documentation and to function effectively in a team environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• 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.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Excellent benefits packages which include:
• Medical and dental coverage
• Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan
• Performance-sharing plan
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match
• Bonus opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.