Transmission Line Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee transmission line project designs.
• Navigate the complexities of electrical transmission line design.
• Provide strategic input to the leadership team.
• Design transmission line segments using PLS-CADD or other structural design software.
• Develop design criteria documents and construction specifications.
• Prepare comprehensive construction packages, including structure details, material lists, staking tables, plan and profiles, and stringing charts.
• Estimate project costs, resources, labor, and materials and establish realistic deadlines and completion dates.
• Write, modify, and review specifications in compliance with NESC, IEEE, NEC requirements, and industry best practices.
• Conduct feasibility studies, routing studies, and EMF calculations to support project planning.
• Oversee project implementation, ensuring proper verification of foundations, structures, and equipment installation.
• Lead or assist with proposal preparation and business development initiatives.
• Travel to client sites for project definition and execution phases.
• Mentor and coach less experienced engineers and technicians.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Structural Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• 3+ 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.
• Experience in electrical utility or utility consulting is strongly preferred.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with RISA-3D and/or STAAD for structural analysis and design is preferred.
• Functional understanding of AISC, ACI 318, ASCE 7, ASCE 10, ASCE 48, EIA-TIA 222, CSA, and GO95 is preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.