Transmission Line Engineer

Job Title:

Transmission Line Engineer

Job Description

The Transmission Line Engineer works as part of a collaborative power delivery team to design and support overhead and underground power line projects across the United States, ranging from asset maintenance programs to multi-year rebuilds and tie lines. In this role, you work under the guidance of a Lead Engineer, contribute to all phases of design and project execution, and occasionally travel to project sites to gather data and interface directly with clients.

Responsibilities

* Work under the direction of a Lead Engineer and collaborate with a team of engineers to deliver transmission line projects for multiple clients across the U.S.

* Support projects that range from asset maintenance programs to multi-year rebuilds and tie line installations.

* Perform all aspects of overhead and underground power line design, including line routing, finite element analysis, hardware and conductor selection, and technical support during construction.

* Handle One-Call coordination, Department of Transportation and municipality permitting, and right-of-way requests as part of project execution.

* Prepare and interpret electrical one-line diagrams for transmission line projects.

* Develop a thorough understanding of all project deliverables, including plan and profile drawings, structure load analysis, structure framing details, bills of materials, and design drawings.

* Coordinate and participate in internal and external reviews of designs prior to final submission to ensure quality and compliance with project requirements.

* Travel to project sites as needed to gather field data, perform site assessments, and interface with clients and stakeholders.

* Manage a significant number of concurrent projects while maintaining a high level of quality, consistency, accuracy, and reliability in all work products.

* Demonstrate a professional and open-minded approach to planning and executing assigned projects, adapting to client needs and project constraints.

Essential Skills

* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program.

* At least 2 years of experience in engineering, preferably related to transmission line or power delivery projects.

* Foundational knowledge of transmission line design and high-voltage power systems.

* Ability to perform overhead and underground power line design tasks, including line routing and structural or finite element analysis.

* Experience or familiarity with foundation design for transmission structures.

* Ability to select appropriate transmission hardware and conductors and provide technical support during construction.

* Strong organizational skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and accuracy.

* Professional disposition with the ability to remain open-minded and collaborative in project planning and execution.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* Basic knowledge of overhead and/or underground electric facilities and their integration into daily engineering activities.

* Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification with the ability and intent to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

* Experience working with NESC, ASCE, and IEEE standards for transmission line design and power delivery.

* Experience with AutoCAD for preparing and reviewing engineering drawings.

* Experience with PLS-CADD for transmission line design and analysis.

* Experience with GIS tools to support routing and spatial analysis.

* Experience with MFAD or similar foundation design software.

* Interest in supporting a growing transmission line team and contributing to long-term, contract-to-hire opportunities.

* Motivation to grow within a power delivery organization that offers performance-based bonuses and potential profit-sharing based on tenure for direct employees.

Work Environment

This role is based in an in-office environment within a dedicated Power Delivery team located in Austin, Texas. You work closely with other engineers and project staff in a collaborative, project-driven setting focused on transmission line and power delivery projects. The position supports a large utility client portfolio and offers a contract-to-hire, long-term opportunity, with direct employees eligible for performance bonuses and, with certain tenure, profit-sharing options.

Work is primarily performed in a professional office setting using standard engineering and office software tools, with periodic travel to project sites for field data collection and client interaction.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $57.00/hr.

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…