Project Engineering Manager - Overhead Transmission Line
Job in
Irvine, Orange County, California, 92713, USA
Listed on 2026-07-22
Listing for:
Job Juncture
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-22
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Operations Management, Engineering Design & Technologists
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Salary: $130,000 - $200,000 per year
Location: Irvine, California
Posted: May 26 2026
Relocation Assistance: Available
Title: Project Engineering Manager – Overhead Transmission Line / Senior Transmission Line Engineer
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.
Technical Focus- ~90% structural engineering (foundations, framing, materials)
- Experience with steel, wood, laminate, and composite structures
- Lattice tower experience is a plus
- EPC and/or utility services experience preferred
- 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 Locations: OR, CA, TX, KS, CO, MN, MI, NC, FL (open to candidates near other major U.S. engineering offices)
Compensation
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Up to $200,000 base salary, bonus, ESOP, and full benefits.
- 812+ years of overhead transmission line design experience (69 kV+ required)
- PLS‑CADD experience required
- Experience with 500 kV+ projects strongly preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (other engineering degrees considered)
- PE license preferred
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