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Remote Power Line Inspector Jobs in South Carolina

AECOM

Civil Site Lead, Power Delivery

Columbia, SC · On-site +1

Lead and manage all civil work at substation and transmission line sites, ensuring compliance with ... Provide technical leadership to site civil engineers, inspectors, assign tasks, review work and ...

EnerSys

Senior Finance AI & Automation Developer

Sumter, SC · On-site +1

$95K - $142K/yr

We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated ... Remote * Tuesday-Thursday: Onsite at our Reading, PA location Candidates outside the Reading, PA ...

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What is a remote power line inspector?

Remote Power Line Inspectors are professionals who use advanced technologies, such as drones, sensors, and remote monitoring systems, to inspect and assess the condition of power lines from a distance. Their work helps identify issues like damage, wear, or vegetation encroachment that could threaten the reliability of electricity delivery. By conducting inspections remotely, they improve safety, efficiency, and reduce the need for manual, on-site checks in hazardous or hard-to-reach locations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote power line inspector?

To thrive as a Remote Power Line Inspector, you need a solid understanding of electrical systems, power line infrastructure, and inspection protocols, often supported by relevant technical certifications or training in electrical or utility fields. Familiarity with inspection tools, drones, GIS mapping software, and reporting systems is typically required. Attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for accurately assessing hazards and collaborating with teams. These skills ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency in identifying and addressing potential issues in power line operations.

What are the typical challenges faced by a remote power line inspector, and how can they be addressed?

Remote Power Line Inspectors often face challenges such as working with advanced drone or remote sensing technology, interpreting aerial imagery, and ensuring accurate documentation of potential hazards. Additionally, inspectors must maintain clear communication with field crews and utility engineers to coordinate repairs or maintenance. Staying updated on industry safety standards and participating in ongoing training can help address these challenges, while strong organizational skills enable inspectors to manage inspection schedules and reporting efficiently.

How to become a remote power line inspector?

To become a remote power line inspector, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, along with technical training in electrical systems or line work. Relevant skills include knowledge of safety procedures, use of inspection tools, and sometimes certification such as OSHA safety training or a utility lineworker certification. Experience in electrical or utility industries can also be beneficial for remote inspection roles.

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Senior Technical Transmission Line Engineer - Remote

WSP

Indian Land, SC • On-site, Remote

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 21 days ago

WSP rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 69 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 72 rated business consultants

Job description


This Opportunity
WSP is currently recruiting for a Senior Transmission Line Engineer to join our Overhead Transmission Design team. Candidates may elect to work from any of our Southeast regional offices, located in Alabama, Georgia, Florida, the Carolinas, or Virginia, or choose a remote or hybrid arrangement from a mutually agreed-upon location. This role offers a flexible work schedule, with both full-time and part-time employment options available.
Your Impact
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading, supporting, and coordinating the following:
Project Support
  • Lead the initial project execution layout to ensure an efficient and effective project plan has been established
  • Manage engineers, drafters, and designers on engineering projects and interface directly with the client
  • Responsible for creating and maintaining a project schedule and budget
  • Conduct weekly or bi-weekly project meetings to clearly outline upcoming deliverables and tasks with responsible personnel identified
  • Coordinate with clients on project status and support project meetings as necessary
  • Maintain project workflow and thorough communication across multi-discipline projects, both internal and external to POWER
  • Forecast upcoming project requirements to assist in resource planning
  • Facilitate and adhere to POWER's QA/QC procedure to ensure the correct personnel is performing the required QA/QC review
  • Participate in industry conferences, both internal and external, to improve professional growth while fostering knowledge transfer to colleagues
  • Develop Transmission Line design knowledge pertaining to PLS-CADD, structure staking, foundations, assembly drawings, steel pole performance loading, material procurement, construction specification, and construction support
  • Project Manager Support
  • Maintain project status reports
  • Provide weekly or bi-weekly project updates and project forecasting
  • Lead and/or support PM by meeting with clients, both in-person and remotely
  • Develop client relationships allowing POWER the opportunity to position ourselves to win future work

Department Manager Support
  • Support resource forecast planning for upcoming and current project loads
  • Participate in new hire screening and review processes
  • Provide business improvement methodologies and procedures
  • Discuss project and/or department personnel conflicts, performance issues, and collaborate on a suitable approach to constructively provide a successful resolution
  • Contribute to Business Planning and Budgeting

Who You Are
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or closely related discipline (or equivalent experience).
  • Engineer license required (multi-state preferred).
  • 10+ years of relevant post-education experience in engineering and civil design.
  • The candidate must have a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel.
  • Experience using the Microsoft Office software suite
  • At least 10 years of experience in the design of overhead High Voltage and Extra High Voltage transmission lines including route selection, line and structure spotting, structure design and analysis, and development of construction bid packages
  • Candidate must have extensive knowledge in PLS-Cadd.
  • Experience managing projects and leading multi-disciplined teams

Preferred Education/Experience
  • Electric utility industry experience
  • Distribution design experience
  • Experience using POLE, TOWER and FAD Tools software packages
  • Cost estimating and scheduling
  • Experience using L-Pile and Microsoft Projects

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About Us
About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

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