Senior Transmission Engineer

Job Title:

Transmission Engineer

Job Description

The Transmission Engineer serves as the technical lead for high-voltage transmission line projects, with a focus on 138 kV and 345 kV infrastructure. In this role, you define project scope, lead routing and siting efforts, and provide engineering leadership to ensure designs are technically sound, constructible, and aligned with standards. You coordinate closely with the Engineer of Record, construction teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to guide projects from concept through design, construction, and commissioning.

While you do not manage overall project cost and schedule, you provide critical technical assumptions and inputs that inform project estimates, timelines, and field execution.

Responsibilities

+ Define and develop project scope for transmission line projects, including routing, alignment, structure types, and right-of-way assumptions.

+ Lead routing, siting, and permitting coordination, and evaluate technical and constructability alternatives.

+ Provide technical input to support development of project cost estimates and schedules for small- to mid-scale transmission projects.

+ Coordinate closely with the Engineer of Record to guide design and ensure alignment with project scope, standards, and applicable codes.

+ Review engineering deliverables for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with NESC, ASCE, IEEE, and internal standards.

+ Support development of structure designs, line configurations, and foundation considerations to ensure safe and reliable performance.

+ Align engineering deliverables with the overall project schedule and clearly communicate scope changes and their technical implications.

+ Support construction through responses to RFIs, issue resolution, and technical field coordination with construction and maintenance teams.

+ Maintain visibility into engineering progress, identify technical risks, and assess constructability throughout the project lifecycle.

+ Lead the development, refinement, and implementation of engineering and design standards, driving continuous improvement.

+ Support work breakdown structure (WBS) alignment, purchase requisition inputs, and vendor coordination for equipment and materials.

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project controls, construction, environmental, operations, and stakeholder groups.

+ Coordinate and manage external consultants, including Engineer of Record and owner's engineering teams, to ensure quality and consistency.

+ Support right-of-way activities by providing technical guidance and coordinating with landowners and stakeholders as needed.

+ Assist with substation and transmission maintenance considerations, including NERC compliance, protection and control, and reliability standards.

+ Provide technical support to field technicians related to maintenance and restoration activities for transmission and substation assets.

+ Supervise or support maintenance and construction projects as needed, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and reliability requirements.

+ Identify and support implementation of cost and schedule optimization opportunities during design and execution.

+ Contribute to digital project delivery by using or supporting platforms such as Project Wise or similar tools.

+ Demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills while managing multiple priorities and work streams.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, preferably in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.

+ Minimum 7+ years of experience in transmission line engineering or project execution within electric utilities or EPC firms.

+ 10+ years of industry-specific experience in electric power systems, high-voltage transmission, or related operational technologies, where applicable.

+ EIT/FE certification (Certificate of Engineer in Training or passing the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam).

+ Demonstrated experience supporting design reviews, value engineering, and constructability assessments for transmission line projects.

+ Experience supporting development of project scope, schedule, and cost inputs for small- to mid-scale transmission projects or serving as a project lead engineer.

+ Familiarity with industry tools such as PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE for transmission line design.

+ Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including NESC, ASCE, IEEE, and relevant reliability standards.

+ Experience coordinating and managing external consultants, including Engineer of Record and owner's engineering teams.

+ Experience working within utility environments, including coordination with environmental, permitting, operations, and stakeholder groups.

+ Strong understanding of electric power systems, including high-voltage transmission, operational technologies, grid protocols, and ERCOT system practices.

+ Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data, solve problems, and adapt to changing technologies and situations.

+ Strong written and…