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Sevee & Maher Engineers

Senior Transmission Engineer

Sevee & Maher Engineers, Montgomery, Alabama, United States

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Job Summary As senior transmission engineer, you will lead and mentor team members, engage in challenging assignments, and contribute to the design and implementation of solutions for projects including utility infrastructure, renewable energy facilities, and critical data center applications.

Your Impact You will design, analyze, and optimize electrical transmission systems including overhead and underground high-voltage power lines, and be responsible for project and client management. Your experienced background in transmission line design, structural analysis, and electrical engineering principles is integral to providing innovative solutions that align with SME’s commitment to sustainability and technical excellence.

Typical Day

Design and develop high-voltage transmission lines (35kV – 345kV) using industry-standard software (PLS-CADD).

Conduct structural, electrical, and thermal analyses to optimize system performance.

Perform routing, siting, and impact assessments for transmission projects.

Prepare technical specifications, construction drawings, and material lists.

Conduct field assessments and site visits to support project planning and execution.

Manage projects ensuring that project deliverables meet schedule, budget, and quality requirements.

Provide technical support during construction, testing, and commissioning phases.

Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and regulatory agencies including utilities and government agencies to ensure compliance with industry standards (NESC, IEEE, ANSI, etc.).

Provide technical expertise and construction oversight.

Compensation and Benefits

100% company paid Medical, Life, and Long-term and Short-term Disability insurance

Annual contributions to an HSA (if enrolled in company-provided health insurance plan)

Paid vacation and sick time and 9 paid holidays per year

Retirement plan comprising three components: a 401(k) plan with matching contribution of up to 50% of 10% of your salary; profit sharing; and a non-discretionary 3% of gross pay contribution (all three components available after 1 year of service), and a

Performance-based year-end bonus!

SME Also Offers

Work-life balance and flexible working hours

Professional development and growth opportunities

Intraoffice groups, including hiking, hockey, and running

Community involvement such as volunteer days and an SME sponsored road race team, and

Fall golf event, food truck days, cornhole tournaments, chili cookoff competition and more!

Required Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, civil, or mechanical engineering from an ABET-accredited school

Minimum of 5+ years of experience in transmission line design and engineering and understanding of structural and mechanical aspects of transmission lines

Proficiency with PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER software

Strong knowledge of NESC, IEEE, and ANSI standards

Experience with AutoCAD, GIS mapping tools, and power system modeling software

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently and within a team

Experience with distribution line design and knowledge of distribution equipment is a plus

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required

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