Project Engineering Manager - Overhead Transmission Line

Project Engineering Manager – Overhead Transmission Line

A leading U.S. engineering firm is seeking a senior‑level transmission line engineer to lead complex overhead transmission projects for utility customers and mentor engineering teams. This role is heavily focused on structural design and offers strong compensation and long‑term growth.

• ~90% structural engineering (foundations, framing, materials)
• Experience with steel, wood, laminate, and composite structures
• Lattice tower experience is a plus

• Lead engineering execution for large or multi‑project transmission programs
• Prepare and review complex engineering deliverables and calculations
• Manage budgets, schedules, and quality across disciplines
• Lead and mentor engineering teams; provide PLS‑CADD training
• Serve as technical lead and responsible charge on projects
• Interface with clients and support pursuit/business development efforts

• U.S. investor‑owned utility transmission projects
• Strong understanding of PLS‑CADD, line routing, structural loading, and foundation design
• Experience coordinating with procurement, permitting, land, and construction teams
• Proposal support and engineering cost estimating experience

Preferred: OR, CA, TX, KS, CO, MN, MI, NC, FL (open to candidates near other U.S. engineering offices)

Up to $200,000 base salary, plus bonus, ESOP, and full benefits.

• 812+ years of overhead transmission line design experience (69kV+ required)
• PLS‑CADD experience required
• Experience with 500kV+ projects strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (other engineering degrees considered)
• PE license preferred

Annual salary: $130,000 – $200,000 (USD).

Why this is a great opportunity:
Our client is a major player in the electric power transmission industry. With growing demand for electricity from data centers, electric vehicles, etc., this company will be busy for a long time.