Senior Transmission Line Engineer

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Confidential recruitment opportunity.

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Confidential recruitment opportunity.

Type: Direct placement — full time

A nationally recognized engineering and infrastructure firm is seeking a Senior Structural / Transmission Line Engineer to lead and deliver complex transmission design scopes. This is a high-impact, technically specialized role supporting 345kV–765kV rebuild and greenfield projects, including emerging technologies such as HVDC. The successful candidate will operate as a technical specialist with minimal supervision and may contribute to business development.

Responsibilities

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Lead transmission line design and analysis across large-scale 345kV+ rebuild and greenfield projects

Perform and oversee engineering calculations in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and quality requirements

Structural design of transmission steel structures and foundations; apply 3D analysis and design software

Develop equipment and material recommendations; manage scope within budget and schedule

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers

Coordinate across disciplines and serve as responsible charge on assigned projects

Maintain and develop departmental design guides, standards, and quality processes

Build and maintain positive client relationships; support business development and pursuit activities

Identify and train successors; participate in performance management and career development

Requirements

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Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution

11+ years of directly related transmission line engineering experience

Proficiency in PLS-CADD (required); PLS-POLE a plus

Strong knowledge of overhead transmission line design from 69kV to 500kV+

Experience with utility-scale electrical transmission systems

Ability to pass pre-employment background check, drug screen, and MVR

PE license (Professional Engineer)

Experience with HVDC or 765kV projects

Structural design experience using 3D analysis software (steel and concrete)

Prior client-facing experience with business development involvement

Familiarity with NESC and applicable ASCE/IEEE standards

What We Offer

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Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and professional development support. Hybrid work arrangements available after 90-day onboarding period.

Annual base salary ranges in USD by location; final offer based on experience and qualifications:

✓Colorado: USD 148,852–248,578

✓Illinois: USD 148,852–248,578

✓Massachusetts: USD 162,384–271,176

✓Minnesota: USD 142,086–237,279

✓California: USD 148,852–293,774