Description
We are seeking a Principal Engineer for lattice tower design to work within a multi-discipline team. You will design efficient and reliable 765 kV HVAC transmission lattice towers and transmission lines, ensuring project schedules are maintained and projects are completed successfully.
Responsibilities:
- Design 765 kV HVAC lattice transmission towers
- Develop lattice tower Design Criteria, including clearances, structural loading, maintenance, and unique weather studies
- Develop structure framing configurations, design, and detailing
- Recommend construction alternatives and assess overall tower constructability
- Develop construction specifications, including all required U.S. codes and standards
- Perform transmission line optimization studies
- Work closely with Client Standards team to optimize lattice tower designs, materials, constructability, and maintenance
- Act as "Engineer of Record" to oversee the design process
- Deliver accurate and thorough designs that meet industry standards and specifications
- Review internal and external designs for code compliance, good design practice, and constructability
- Resolve site queries during the construction phase of projects
- Make and maintain commitments to project teams and coordinate design activities with multi-disciplined project team members
- Maintain good working relationships with internal groups and external stakeholders
- Mentor and provide guidance to developing engineers within the department
- Manage a team of WSP engineers
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
- 15-20 years of relevant post-education experience in transmission line design and lattice tower design, fabrication, and testing
- Experience with steel transmission lattice tower design at 765 kV HVAC voltage-level
- Expert working experience with U.S. Codes: ASCE 10, ASCE Manual 74, NESC
- Highly proficient with engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and application to project work-related issues
- Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software, technology, math principles, physics, predictive models, spreadsheets, and other tools
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies