Lead Engineer - Transmission Lines

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for consideration to fill an open Lead Engineer - Transmission Lines position in our Client's office in Augusta, ME. This position will have a hybrid schedule.

The Program Management Services Division at LaBella provides comprehensive management services for complex projects and multi-year capital programs. Project teams are established to provide a customized mix of business consulting, project management, financial control and monitoring, administrative, and technical support services.

**Salary Range: $100,000 - $140,000**

**The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.**

**Responsibilities**

**Conductor Selection**

* Structure recommendations
* Insulation, A/C interference, static wire, grounding studies
* Line Design: Plans and Profiles, Cross section details
* LiDAR and aerial photo data
* Utilization of wetlands, vernal pool and sensitive resource data in line and structure design and placement
* Detailed estimate and probability modeling
* Other studies as required to complete the projects
* Lead overall transmission line design for all capital projects
* Review/Design transmission line plan and profile drawings using PLSCAD to ensure compliance with AVANGRID TM standards and NESC/other standards
* Drive the project plan for transmission line routing and strategy, specifically:

+ Decide whether to rebuild existing lines or obtain additional right of way based on area congestion and local politics/permitting issues
+ Determine required structure designs based on design constraints
+ Determine routing in and around into congested stations to optimize design/reliability and minimize the number of crossings

**Requirements**

* 2-5 years of engineering experience in the functional area
* Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology
* PE requested

**Benefits**

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

* Flexible Work Schedule
* Health/Dental Insurance
* 401k Plan with Employer Match
* Short & Long Term Disability
* Profit Sharing
* Paid Time Off
* Leadership Development Program
* Fitness Reimbursement
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Referral Bonus Program
* Wellness Program
* Team Building Events
* Community Service Events