Transmission Line Engineer

$110000 - $200000 per year | Houston, TX | Hybrid | Permanent

We are a nationally recognized engineering, consulting, and construction services firm specializing in power delivery infrastructure. Our team supports utilities, renewable energy developers, industrial clients, and EPC partners with comprehensive engineering solutions across transmission, distribution, and substation projects. With decades of experience delivering complex infrastructure projects, we provide the stability of an established organization while maintaining a collaborative, engineer-focused culture.

• Work on high-voltage transmission projects ranging from 34.5kV to 500kV+
• Join a growing team with strong project backlog and long-term career advancement opportunities
• Collaborate with experienced engineers on large-scale utility and EPC projects
• Exposure to design, project execution, client engagement, and technical leadership
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development support

We are seeking a Transmission Line Engineer to support the design and execution of high-voltage transmission projects. This role will focus on overhead transmission line engineering, including structure design, routing, conductor selection, plan and profile development, and project coordination. Opportunities are available for engineers ranging from mid-level through senior-level experience.

• Perform engineering and design for transmission line projects from 34.5kV through 500kV
• Develop cost-effective, constructible transmission line designs
• Prepare engineering calculations, design packages, and construction documents
• Support project planning, scheduling, and technical execution
• Coordinate with clients, project teams, and other engineering disciplines
• Review and develop material takeoffs and project deliverables
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and applicable engineering codes
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers as experience allows
• Support project meetings, client interactions, and occasional field activities
• Travel periodically in support of project and client needs

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 3+ years of transmission line design experience
• PE License preferred or ability to obtain licensure within a reasonable timeframe
• Experience designing overhead transmission systems in a utility, consulting, or EPC environment
• Proficiency with PLS-CADD and related transmission design software
• Strong understanding of transmission line routing, conductor selection, structure spotting, foundations, and construction considerations
• Familiarity with industry standards including NESC, ASCE, IEEE, ANSI, and related codes
• Excellent communication and project coordination skills

• Multi-state utility or EPC project experience
• Knowledge of substation structures, foundations, and site development
• Experience leading project tasks, design teams, or client-facing initiatives
• Ability to independently execute transmission line design projects from concept through construction support

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