Transmission Line Principal Engineer

Exciting remote Transmission Line Principal Engineering opportunity to support renewables projects across the US.

This position is responsible for managing the design of transmission generation tie lines for Wind, Solar, and Battery Energy Storage, as well as stand‑alone transmission line projects. The role involves working within the Engineering & Construction (E&C) Group, overseeing the design process from the early stages through construction and commissioning.

• Manage the design of transmission line projects from conception through execution.
• Collaborate with the Early Stage Project Manager to influence project requirements and scope.
• Secure engineering consulting resources, develop scopes of work, secure bids, and award work through the Integrated Supply Chain Group.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to develop and secure routes, support engineering data, and obtain necessary permits.
• Source, select, and contract geotechnical, survey, engineering, and construction services.
• Support the E&C Cost Estimating Team with scope assumptions.
• Coordinate engineering deliverables for competitive proposals and project construction.
• Represent internal and external interests of E&C on assigned projects and present progress updates to management.

• Proficiency in PLSCADD, Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and Primavera.
• Project Engineering and/or Project Management experience.
• Strong communication and project management skills.
• Ability to understand one‑line and three‑line diagrams, plans and profiles, and other deliverables.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in the development and construction of High Voltage Transmission line projects.
• Travel within North America is required.

Contract position based out of Juno Beach, FL. This is a fully remote position.

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $60.00/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 6, 2026.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please email actalentaccom for other accommodation options.