OE Transmission Line Engineers

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking an OE Transmission Line Engineer to join our Power Business Group. This position is available in Chicago, IL, Phoenix, AZ, Charlotte, NC, St. Louis, MO, Marlton, NJ, Roanoke, VA, or Monroeville, PA, with the option to work remotely. As an Owner’s Engineer in transmission line engineering for one of our major utility clients, you will lead and oversee project designs.

What You’ll Be Challenged To Do

• Participate in Project Team meetings with clients, other consultants, and contractors.
• Review client submittals to ensure constructability and compliance with client standards and procedures.
• Review transmission line segments using PLS-CADD or other structural design software.
• Review design criteria documents and construction specifications.
• Review comprehensive construction packages, including structure loading drawings, structure details, material lists, staking tables, plan and profiles, and stringing charts.
• Review project schedules and ensure that materials and long lead times are ordered in time for construction.
• Review specifications in compliance with NESC, IEEE, NEC requirements, and industry best practices.
• Coverage feasibility studies, routing studies, and EMF calculations to support project planning.
• Coordinate project implementation, ensuring proper verification of foundations, structures, and equipment installation.
• Mentor and coach less experienced engineers and technicians, fostering professional growth within the team.

Education | Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Structural Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• 4+ years of experience in transmission line design.
• In-depth knowledge of NESC, IEEE, and other applicable codes and standards related to transmission line design.
• High proficiency in PLS-CADD.
• Knowledge and understanding of FAD Tools.
• Experience in electrical utility or utility consulting is strongly preferred.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.

What We Prefer You Bring

• Experience with RISA-3D and/or STAAD for structural analysis and design.
• Functional understanding of AISC, ACI 318, ASCE 7, ASCE 10, and ASCE 48.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Featured Benefits

• Remote work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

California Applicants

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

Background Check

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.