Civil Engineer at PPL Services Corporation

Company Summary Statement :As one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States, PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL), is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value for our 3.5 million customers, our shareowners and the communities we serve. Our high-performing regulated utilities — PPL Electric Utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities and Rhode Island Energy — provide an outstanding experience for our customers, consistently ranking among the best utilities in the nation. PPL’s companies are also addressing challenges head-on by investing in new infrastructure and technology that is creating a smarter, more reliable and resilient energy grid. We are committed to doing our part to advance a cleaner energy future and drive innovation that enables us to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining energy reliability and affordability for the customers and communities we serve. PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today.Overview:

This position is responsible for providing engineering services and support for transmission line design, construction, and maintenance.

 

The work location for this position is Louisville or Lexington, KY or Allentown, PA.

 

The position will be filled at the appropriate level based on the selected candidates experience level. 

 

Responsibilities:

Provide engineering support for all phases of transmission line projects: including planning, design, construction, and maintenance.

 

Provides planning, engineering, and construction estimates to support the transmission plan.

 

Builds and analyzes 3D computer models of transmission line structures and wires using finite element analysis.

 

Develops, designs, and details wood and steel transmission structures.

 

Determines loads and analyzes capacity of wood and steel structures.

 

Engineering analysis of clearances to comply with company standards and the National Electric Safety Code (NESC)

 

Develops specifications and requirements for geotechnical explorations.

 

Performs foundation design for transmission structures under supervision.

 

Preparation of construction documents, including plan and profile and detail sheets.

 

Development of wire sagging charts and computations.

 

Field work includes surveying, construction inspections of foundations and structure installations, and wire sagging.

Provide inputs for engineering activities to support development of project schedules.

 

Work with budget analyst to provide monthly cash flows for project assignments.

 

All other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

Education

ABET Accredited Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required.

 

Preferred Qualifications

PLS-CADD experience is preferred and not required

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Proficient with spreadsheet applications and engineering software programs

Analytical skills

Project management skills

Knowledgeable of structural and geotechnical engineering design principles

Surveying skills

 

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