Apex Systems is currently hiring for a Transmissions Line Engineer to support our Utilities client. This role will be focused on Digital Transmission Line Modeling and QAing within PLS-CADD . You will need to be onsite in Roanoke VA, New Albany OH, or Tulsa OK. This position is initially set to go through the end of the year but expect a high level of potential for extension or conversion.

The role of a Transmission Line Engineer on the Digital Transmission Line Model (DTLM) Team includes the development, maintenance, and governance of the DTLM. The DTLM is the central repository and source of record for PLS-CADD as-built files for Transmission Line Assets. The role requires creative thinking and problem solving to find solutions that satisfy all customers/stakeholders, as well as assuring the models meet strict safety and design standards. Ideal candidates should have scoping, design, engineering, and material procurement experience with large electrical transmission line design projects, or on similarly complex design and construction projects.

Specific Duties Include:

• Develop, maintain, and govern the Digital Transmission Line Model (DTLM), which is the central repository and source of record for PLS-CADD as-built files for Transmission Line Assets.
• Develop, maintain, and implement the standards associated to the DTLM, including processes, procedures, and best practices.
• Develop new DTLM Record Models in PLS-CADD using LiDAR or various other survey methods.
• Mentor team members on various subjects including, but not limited to DTLM processes and procedures, TLE basic principles, and Safety and Culture.
• QA/QC new and existing DTLM Record Models created by internal and external engineers to ensure alignment with our standards.
• Identify new DTLM collaboration points with other business units and collaborate with these groups to maximize the DTLM data usage and value.
• Supervise and review work of outside consultants as needed.
• Ensure all work activities are performed safely according to plan and established schedules in accordance with policies, standards and rules of the company and in compliance with regulations and procedures required by external agencies.
• Take a leadership role in the Transmission Line Engineering organization. Function as a Lead Subject Matter Expert on multiple topics.

Other Skills Needed:

• Prior experience in structural design, foundation design, construction, and/or surveying is required with the exception on Engineer Associates.
• Experience and/knowledge of transmission line specific design, structure modeling and plan and profile development is desired. Candidates without this experience will need the ability to quickly gain proficiency.
• Proficiency with PLS-CADD line design software is desired. Candidates without this software experience must quickly gain proficiency in these and other required applications.
• Competence with AutoDesk, AutoCad and Inventor, and/or Bentley Microstation is desired.
• Proficiency with Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) is required.
• Knowledge of NESC (National Electrical Safety Code) Code and current industry standards is preferred.

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