Civil Engineer - Houston, United States - PTS Advance

    PTS Advance
    PTS Advance Houston, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Transmission Civil Engineer

    Houston, TX

    We are seeking a detail oriented, self-starter that is creative with proven success in designing transmission line projects. This position plans and designs transmission projects for the Transmission division. The successful candidate will have 4 or more years of successful experience in Civil Engineering in transmission for the power industry. 8 years or more of experience would be considered for a Sr. Transmission Design Engineer position. The position is located at our Houston office and may require some overnight travel to project sites.

    JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:


    • Plans and designs electric transmission lines.


    • Analyzes existing transmission lines for conductor upgrades and communications cable additions.


    • Design of deep pile foundations and direct embedment depths for Transmission, Distribution, and Substation projects.


    • Recommendations of foundation design parameters for projects.


    • Research and studies new technologies, methods, and equipment


    • Drafts, finalizes, approves, accumulates, and issues drawings, material lists, manuals and schedules for construction and revises transmission records to reflect as-built conditions


    • Provides technical design support to Clients during construction process.


    • Develops, approves, and maintains material specifications and construction standards.


    • Develops design processes and procedures.


    • Provides transmission project budget estimates, when appropriate


    • Estimates quantities and cost of materials, equipment, or labor to determine project feasibility.


    • Performs other duties as assigned.

    REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION:


    • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET accredited program.


    • Possess strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills and able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing

    4-7 years' experience in Transmission design for the Energy industry.

    Familiarity with PLS-Caisson, PLS-Pole, PLS-CADD, LPile and FAD Tools.

    SKILLS:

    Strong (effective) written and verbal communication skills

    Exceptional computer skills with an emphasis in project management, spreadsheet, and word processing applications

    Strong Skills of time management, organization, and mulit-tasking

    PHYSICAL:

    This position requires the ability to listen and hear, good eyesight, sitting, standing, walking, and use of hands and arms.

    BENEFITS: 100% Employer paid health insurance and 50% for first dependent


    • 200% 401(k) matching up to 4.5% employee contribution


    • Employer paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability


    • Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Supplemental offered.


    • Paid Holidays


    • Starting at 3 weeks PTO with rollover


    • $1,000 Annual Employer Contribution to Health Savings Account


    • Annual Profit-Sharing Bonus based on Performance.