About this role
About the Role We are seeking a skilled Overhead Transmission Engineer to join our Power Delivery team and support a wide range of transmission line projects across the U.S. This role focuses on the engineering and design of overhead transmission systems from 12 kV up to 500 kV, serving utilities and energy clients on both traditional engineering design and EPC style project execution. What You'll Do
- Perform detailed engineering and analysis for overhead transmission lines, including structure loading, line routing, conductor selection, insulation coordination, and hardware specification.
- Develop and review design deliverables such as plan & profile drawings, structure loading trees, foundation loads, bill of materials, and construction packages.
- Use industry-standard software (e.g., PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole/Tower, SAG10) to model and optimize transmission line designs.
- Support conceptual and feasibility studies by evaluating routing options, environmental constraints, constructability considerations, and cost impacts.
- Collaborate with civil, structural, and electrical engineering teams to ensure integrated and constructible designs.
- Participate in design reviews, quality checks, and risk assessments to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective solutions.
- Provide engineering support during procurement and construction, including responding to RFIs, reviewing vendor data, and resolving field issues. What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical, Civil, or Structural Engineering.
- 5-7 years of experience with overhead transmission line design (utility, EPC, or consulting environment).
- Familiarity with PLS-CADD and related transmission design tools.
- Understanding NESC, ASCE, and utility-specific design standards.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
- Interest in supporting projects from early conceptual design through construction. Compensation & Benefits
- Base Compensation: $115,000/yr - $120,000/yr
- We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
- Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.