Underground Transmission Line Engineer
Job in
Dallas, Dallas County, Texas, 75215, USA
Listed on 2026-09-13
Listing for:
LVI Associates
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-13
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Civil Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Locations: Kansas City, MO
* Orlando, FL
* Austin, TX
* Dallas, TX
* Philadelphia, PA
* Minneapolis, MN
* Denver, CO
A growing engineering consulting firm is seeking an Underground Transmission Engineer to support the planning, design, and execution of underground transmission projects ranging from system upgrades to large‑scale cable installations. This role offers the opportunity to work on high‑voltage projects from conceptual routing and design through construction and commissioning.
Responsibilities- Design underground transmission systems in accordance with utility, client, and industry standards.
- Perform engineering calculations including cable ampacity, cable pulling, grounding, bonding, and cable selection studies.
- Develop underground cable routes, duct banks, manholes, risers, trenchless crossings, and cable system layouts.
- Prepare engineering calculations, construction drawings, specifications, material lists, and design packages.
- Review survey, geotechnical, utility, thermal resistivity, and vendor data to support project development.
- Coordinate with clients, contractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Provide technical support during procurement, construction, testing, and commissioning activities.
- Assist with project estimates, schedules, proposals, and quality assurance reviews.
- Mentor junior engineers and support successful project delivery within scope, budget, and schedule requirements.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program.
- 3+ years of experience supporting underground transmission, underground distribution, cable systems, power delivery, or underground utility projects.
- Knowledge of underground cable systems, duct banks, manholes, cable accessories, and installation methodologies.
- Experience developing engineering calculations, design drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
- Experience with transmission systems operating at 69kV and above.
- Familiarity with CYMCAP and cable-pulling software such as Pull Planner or Cable 3D.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- EIT certification or progress toward Professional Engineer licensure.
- Experience with trenchless installation design and software such as Bore Aid.
- Experience supporting cable procurement, construction, testing, or commissioning activities.
- Work on underground transmission projects ranging from 69kV to 500kV.
- Participate in projects from conceptual design through construction and energization.
- Collaborate with experienced engineering professionals across multiple disciplines.
- Join a growing power delivery team supporting critical energy infrastructure projects.
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