Job Information
ITC Holdings Technical Specialist, Line Design (All Levels) in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
JOB SUMMARY
Supports business objectives by providing technical expertise of design of overhead and underground transmission lines, construction support of capital and maintenance projects through collaborative work with internal and external entities including consultants, contractors, 3rd parties, internal Substation Design, Planning, Asset Management, Operations, Regulatory, Legal, Real Estate, and Local Government & Community Affairs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
All Levels
Responsible for contributing to project scoping, developing conceptual transmission line designs and preparing cost estimates.
Provides guidance on and review of designs created by other ITC Engineers, Technical Specialists, and Designers.
Interfaces with internal ITC departments and confirms appropriate application of scope and requirements from initiation of project through design, construction, and as-built completion.
Creates and issues Requests For Proposal (RFP) and reviews contractor and consultant Proposals on a portfolio of transmission line projects.
Coordinates with and reviews contractor and consultant design work including application of standards & specifications, material requisitions, and drawings & documents associated with construction packages.
Reviews and responds to inquiries on the impact of proposed projects and external entities’ requests for modification to and coordination with ITC transmission line facilities.
Provides technical support and recommendations to field personnel and contractors for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of system components.
Prepares, manages, records, and confirms accurate documentation of ITC assets.
Prepares, reviews, creates, and modifies ITC standards and specifications to align with current practices and industry standards & requirements.
Provides coverage for other Line Design Engineers and Technical Specialists on an as-needed basis.
Attends meetings and educational sessions to increase professional knowledge and skills.
Additional Principal Level Responsibilities
Provides expert guidance on technical and procedural questions and review of design created by other ITC Engineers, Technical Specialists, and Designers; mentors other line design engineering team members.
Ability to lead the most high-profile and critical projects within the department.
Technical authority on company requirements, preferences, objectives and working methods of line design.
Provides expertise for projects and committees regarding technical and non-technical matters related to design engineering.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology or relevant, equivalent experience and/or education.
Minimum related experience.
Technical Specialist - minimum of two (2) years of related experience,
Senior Technical Specialist - minimum of five (5) years of related experience.
Principal Technical Specialist – minimum of ten (10) years of related experience
Demonstrated working knowledge of electric utility system operations, planning, protection, design, construction, and maintenance functions preferred.
Demonstrated working knowledge of applicable codes and standards including National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), American Concrete Institute (ACI) and American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) preferred.
Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of PLS-CADD preferred.
Ability to learn and utilize job-specific software.
Possess sound analytical problem-solving and documentation skills.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with peers and superiors inside and outside the Company.
Ability to multi-task and work under minimal supervision in a team environment.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. ITC does not sponsor employment visas, such as H-1B or TN visas.
From electric vehicles to renewables, the world is looking at electricity in a whole new way, and ITC is focused on building and maintaining a power grid that can handle it all. We are looking for individuals who are ready to work with us to build a greater grid for a greener future. In return, ITC is proud to offer industry-leading compensation, benefits and opportunities to channel your energy into community-changing solutions. As an equal opportunity employer, we feel it’s crucial to honor our differences, be inclusive, engage as a team, and maximize our individual strengths.
Please take a moment to review our Diversity Statement (https://www.itc-holdings.com/docs/default-source/human-resources-support-docs/itc_diversity_statement.pdf?sfvrsn=507bcbf6_2) .