Transmission Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a skilled Transmission Line Project Engineer to join our dynamic and nationally recognized team of Power Delivery professionals. As a Project Engineer, you will be responsible for performing complex high voltage transmission line designs and will have the opportunity to mentor and guide less-experienced team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all technical aspects and deliverables associated with the conceptual and detailed transmission line designs using PLS-CADD and foundation design software such as L-Pile or Caisson.
• Capture and coordinate the preparation of construction release packages, including plan and profiles, structure load trees, structure assemblies and details, stringing charts, foundation schedules and details, and bills of material.
• Assign tasks and provide guidance to junior team members while coordinating quality control reviews for work performed by EITs and Designers.
• Identify and implement learning opportunities for team members through job shadowing, specific project tasks, 'show and tell' sessions, and knowledge sharing.
• Conduct quality control reviews of projects from other teams as needed.
• Provide engineering input on specific project design issues and questions.
• Perform engineering analyses to develop design options.
• Aid in the preparation of cost estimates and lead design reviews with clients.
• Provide input on the development of project manhours estimates and task schedules.
• Effectively manage multiple tasks for multiple projects, ensuring adherence to schedule and budget.
• Perform site visits during the design, construction, and as-built phases of projects, including participating in field reviews or construction observation.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
• 4+ years of transmission line engineering experience in the electric utility and/or renewables industry.
• 4+ years of structural analysis and PLS-CADD experience.
• Experience with transmission line voltages of 69kV thru 500kV, with experience thru 765kV being a plus.
• Experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard Power Market Sector design software (e.g., PLS-CADD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience developing project manhour and cost estimates, and schedules.
• Prior experience in foundation design using software such as L-Pile or Caisson.
• Experience working with Renewables developers and/or the interconnection of Renewables.
• Experience interpreting and applying industry design codes such as NESC, IEEE, ASCE, and ACI.
• Experience liaising and communicating closely with internal and external project stakeholders.

Work Environment

Work in a Class A office building with state-of-the-art technology and a brand new remodel. The office features a gym, and there are over 20 restaurants within walking distance. The company offers flexible work arrangements, including remote work options for experienced candidates capable of working independently. Enjoy a collaborative and inclusive environment with comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement savings with company match, and tuition reimbursement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tampa, FL.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $57.00 - $62.50/hr.

Requirements

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 20, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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