Transmission Line Engineer

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible working hours

Annual bonus

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a seasoned Transmission Line Engineer to join a fully remote team. You will design, inspect, and optimize high-voltage lines across national projects, coordinating with field crews and project managers from your home office.

The role requires a power-focused degree, 6+ years in line design, proficiency with PLS-CADD and L-PAS, and excellent communication for remote collaboration. This position offers competitive pay and flexibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering with a power focus.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in transmission line design and engineering.
• Proficiency with transmission line design software (PLS-CADD, L-PAS).
• Strong understanding of electrical conductor properties, structural analysis, and power system dynamics.
• Experience coordinating with external stakeholders and managing projects.
• Excellent communication for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer transmission lines including route, structure, and conductor sizing.
• Conduct electrical and mechanical analyses for line components.
• Develop drawings, specs, and construction plans for projects.
• Oversee construction and commissioning phases of new lines.
• Inspect and recommend upgrades or repairs to existing infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Project coordination

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering (power focus)

Tools

PLS-CADD

L-PAS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned and safety-conscious Transmission Line Engineer to join their fully remote team. This crucial role focuses on the design, construction oversight, and maintenance of high-voltage transmission lines that form the backbone of the energy distribution network. You will leverage your expertise to ensure the integrity, reliability, and efficiency of these vital assets, working remotely with project managers, field crews, and other engineering disciplines. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to major energy infrastructure projects across diverse geographical landscapes, all from the convenience of your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer new transmission lines, including route selection, structure design, conductor sizing, and overhead ground wire design.
• Conduct electrical and mechanical analyses for transmission line components and systems.
• Develop detailed drawings, specifications, and construction plans for transmission line projects.
• Oversee and provide technical guidance during the construction and commissioning phases of new lines.
• Perform inspections and recommend upgrades or repairs for existing transmission infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety standards, environmental regulations, and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a power focus.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in transmission line design and engineering.
• Proficiency with transmission line design software (e.g., PLS-CADD, L-PAS).
• Strong understanding of electrical conductor properties, structural analysis, and power system dynamics.
• Experience managing projects and coordinating with external stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and annual bonus structure.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and retirement savings plan.
• Opportunity to work on impactful national energy infrastructure projects.