Sr. Transmission Line Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform design and analysis of overhead transmission lines, including structure selection, routing, line modeling, and foundation engineering.
• Develop and review: PLS-CADD models and structure spotting, Plan & profile drawings, Structure loading calculations (PLS-POLE, PLS-TOWER, MFAD, FAD Tools), Conductor sag/tension analysis, Foundation designs (drilled shaft, direct embed, micropile, grillage), Lightning protection and grounding systems, Detailed bill of materials and construction packages.
• Apply and ensure compliance with industry standards (NESC, ASCE, ACI, IEEE, GO95, RUS, etc.). Interpret survey data, environmental constraints, and utility standards into constructible designs.
• Work directly with clients, utilities, permitting agencies, and contractors throughout the lifecycle of a project.
• Provide technical support during bidding, procurement, and construction phases.
• Conduct site visits, walkdowns, and construction inspections; provide engineering solutions to resolve field issues.
• Support the development of cost estimates, schedules, and design packages for EPC and traditional design-bid-build projects.
• Affiliate with Owner’s Engineer services including vendor review, design QA/QC, and field verification.

Qualifications

• Education & Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution. Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one U.S. state (or ability to obtain via reciprocity).
• Experience: 8+ years of experience in high-voltage transmission line engineering (69kV-500kV).
• Skills: Proficiency in: PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and/or PLS-TOWER, Foundation analysis tools such as MFAD, LPILE, or FAD Tools, Microsoft Office Suite and technical calculation tools (e.g., Mathcad), Working knowledge of NESC, ASCE, ACI, IEEE, and applicable utility standards, Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience: 8+ years of progressive experience in transmission engineering, Prior experience on EPC, design-build, or Owner’s Engineer projects, Familiarity with: AutoCAD, MicroStation, ArcGIS, Sag10, CDEGS, or other power system modeling tools, Cost estimating and construction specifications development, Experience interfacing with field crews, resolving construction challenges, and supporting emergency response (storm restoration, wildfire mitigation, etc.), Ability to lead multi-disciplinary design teams and coordinate with protection, civil, and substation groups.