Transmission Line Engineer

Your Opportunity Our transmission line engineering group has an opportunity for a Transmission Line Engineer to join one of our offices across Canada. A hybrid work model to work from home is possible. This opportunity is available to Professional Engineers registered with Canadian Engineering Association in the respective province with minimum 5 years of experience in the transmission line industry.

You will work on several power line projects with a team of talented transmission line designers, engineers, and subject matter experts in a dynamic, vibrant, and collaborative team environment. You will have the opportunity to learn and grow your career in a supportive and exciting environment. Your Key Responsibilities You will 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.

You will be 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. You will model, analyze, design, and optimize new or existing transmission structures using PLS TOWER, PLS-POLE, and other FE modeling programs. You will perform route alignment and line layout/selection studies.

You will prepare technical reports, project scopes, specifications, and construction documents including Issue for Tender (IFT) and Issue for Construction (IFC) packages. You will be providing material quantities and estimates for transmission lines, including line hardware, wires, structures, and foundations. You will provide technical engineering support and reviews to field crews during construction, which includes site supervision.

You will participate in site visits and field reviews as needed, depending on project locations and your role within projects. You will be participating in discussions with clients and contractors, as well as coordinating with various disciplines for successful implementation of projects. You will mentor and train EITs and junior transmission line designers.

Your Capabilities and Credentials 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.

Additional capabilities beneficial for the role Experience with designing foundations for a variety of transmission line structure types (familiarity with geotechnical requirements and design processes). Experience with route selection and studies for overhead transmission lines. Experience using GIS mapping software packages.

Experience with civil design for high voltage underground cable systems. Experience with line condition assessment. Knowledge of Canadian utility standards and design practices.

Verbal and written communication skills in French will be an asset. Education and Experience 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. Stantec offers a flexible work plan (i.e., hybrid model, working between the office and home). Pay Range: Locations Outside of Lower Mainland – BC & Various locations in Ontario: $89,200.00 – $129,300.00 Annually Locations in Lower Mainland – BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario: $94,600.00 – $137,100.00 Annually Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required.

Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a 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, and paid time off. Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements. #J-18808-Ljbffr