Transmission Line Engineer

Job Title
Senior Transmission Line Engineer

About the Role
This role offers the opportunity to apply and expand knowledge of transmission line engineering, including conductors, hardware, insulation, structures, foundations, and underlying electrical principles.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for:

• Designing overhead transmission lines in the 69 kV to 500 kV range.
• Performing cost analyses, developing design criteria, and routing and siting transmission lines.
• Conducting conductor selection studies, shielding, grounding, and induction studies.
• Working with vendors and clients to specify transmission line components.
• Directing a small project team of engineers/designers.

You will also have the opportunity to:

• Collaborate with experienced engineers and mentor less experienced staff.
• Work with a diverse client base and coordinate with multiple project teams.
• Travel occasionally for site visits and client meetings.
• Assist in developing proposals and cost estimates for new projects.

Work Authorization

• Sponsorship for work authorization in the U.S. is not available for this position.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET‑accredited program or CEAB (or another equivalent recognized accreditation).
• Proficiency with PLS‑CADD software and the ability to review and develop transmission line models.
• 7+ years of experience on transmission line projects, including:
  • Transmission line design incorporating applicable codes and standards.
  • Cost estimate development and schedule creation/coordination.
  • Preparation of specifications for the procurement of transmission line materials and construction.
  • Liaison with construction and installation teams.
• Ability to verify and review right‑of‑way requirements, conductor sags and tensions, plan and profile drawings, and construction documents.
• Strong knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in producing technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Experience in preparing engineering calculations and supporting documentation.
• Familiarity with relevant design codes and standards such as NESC, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain one within one year.
• Experience developing engineering proposals and cost estimates.
• Experience with project scheduling.
• Proficiency with one or more of the following tools: PLS‑TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD, ArcGIS, CDEGS, AutoCAD, MicroStation.

Benefits Overview

This position includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package focused on health, financial security, and work‑life balance, which may include:

• Insurance plan
• Paid time off for vacation, personal/sick time, holidays, parental leave, and bereavement.
• Flexible work arrangements where business needs allow.