Transmission Line Engineer – Mid-Level

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Conduct comprehensive design of overhead transmission lines, which includes structure placement and profile creation, plan and profile drawings, as well as conductor and hardware selection.

• Implement and evaluate line design utilizing industry-standard software such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER.

• Carry out basic to intermediate sag-tension analysis and clearance compliance calculations in accordance with NESC, GO 95, and utility standards.

• Collaborate with structural engineers regarding pole/tower loading and design requirements.

• Assist in routing studies, constructability assessments, and cost estimations.

• Develop engineering packages, drawings, and material lists.

• Engage with clients, survey teams, environmental groups, and other stakeholders.

• Offer guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.

• Ensure compliance with project timelines, quality benchmarks, and safety protocols.

• Report directly to the Transmission Engineering Manager.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Electrical Engineering.

• 3–7 years of relevant experience in transmission line design.

• Required proficiency in PLS-CADD.

• Experience with PLS-POLE and/or PLS-TOWER is preferred.

• Familiarity with NESC and relevant utility standards is required.

• Strong grasp of overhead line design principles and practices.

• EIT certification is mandatory.

• PE license is preferred or should be in progress.

• Previous experience with major utilities (e.g., SCE, PG&E, SDG&E) is preferred.

• Experience with LiDAR, survey data integration, and digital terrain modeling is preferred.

• Awareness of the project lifecycle from routing to construction support is preferred.

• After accepting a job offer, candidates may need to undergo background checks, drug testing, and/or a fit-for-duty physical examination.

• Ability to sit or stand for up to 8 hours daily.

• Capability to move freely for up to 8 hours daily.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Life insurance.

• 401(k) with employer match.

• Paid time off.