Principal Engineer - Overhead Transmission Line

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus as a Principal Overhead Transmission Line Engineer on our Transmission Design team. In this role you'll be designing and creating construction drawings for overhead transmission design projects for high voltage applications.

Responsibilities Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in transmission line design, construction practices, and emerging industry technologies.

Provide technical guidance and quality assurance reviews for engineering deliverables, drawings, specifications, calculations, and reports.

Act as Engineer of Record when required and provide final technical approval for engineering deliverables.

Design overhead transmission lines in the 69kV to 500kV range.

Perform structural analysis and design and foundation designs.

Prepare and review technical specifications and drawings.

Conduct engineering analysis and simulations for transmission line design.

Mentor and train lower-level engineers and team members.

Perform independent reviews of work performed by others, including calculations, drawings, specifications, and transmission line models. Provide support to the project team during construction and installation.

Collaborate with other engineers and project managers to ensure project goals are met.

Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.

Perform field work as required to support design, construction, and commissioning activities.

Interface with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project success.

Participate in project meetings and provide technical support as required.

Review vendor submittals.

Minimum Qualifications BS Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Civil or related field) from an ABET-accredited school 15+ years of experience in overhead transmission line designPE license required

Great computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office product applications, PLS-CADD, AutoCAD, MFAD or similar

Extensive knowledge with industry codes and standards such as NESC, ASCE, ACI, RUS, IEC, and IEEEAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Great communication skills and the ability to effectively discuss technical recommendations with customers

Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems and developing effective solutions at both strategic and functional levels

Ability to work independently and in a team environment with high attention to detail.

Dedication to fostering learning and professional growth through mentorship, training and leading the next generation of engineers

Ability to travel up to 15% of the time

Must possess valid driver's license

Benefits & Compensation Qualus offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, which may include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage, Retirement Savings Plans (including employer matching where applicable), Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and Company Holidays. Benefits offerings may vary based on position, work location, and eligibility requirements.

The compensation range for this position is provided in accordance with applicable laws and market practices. The final base salary offered may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, internal equity, performance, and business needs. Compensation ranges are subject to change at the Company's discretion and as permitted by applicable law.

Company Overview Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency,…