Principal Transmission Line Engineer

Jacobs; Mandaluyong; Hybrid; PHP 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Principal Transmission Line Engineer to lead overhead transmission line projects and provide technical leadership across complex programs.

You will mentor engineers, drive technical excellence, review designs, and collaborate with regional teams to deliver sustainable solutions that meet client needs and market demands. This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and strategic growth in the transmission sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or related Engineering.
• Proven experience in a Senior or Principal level within transmission line engineering and project delivery.
• Extensive experience in transmission line engineering, including transmission line design, structures, foundations, conductor systems, and line components.
• Advanced proficiency with industry tools such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to lead technical discussions and client interactions.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design of overhead transmission lines, including steel lattice towers, tubular pole structures, foundations, and associated line components.
• Directing key engineering analyses such as sag & tension calculations, conductor clearance assessments, line optimization studies, and complex loading assessments.
• Providing technical oversight and approval of designs, technical specifications, engineering reports, and project documentation.
• Utilizing and overseeing the application of tools such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER to develop and review transmission line designs.
• Leading contractor and consultant reviews, including technical deliverables, design documentation, and implementation schedules.
• Managing project scope, budgets, schedules, technical risks, and resource allocation to ensure successful delivery.
• Supporting and leading business development activities, proposal preparation, cost estimation, and strategic pursuits.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships while serving as a trusted technical advisor.
• Leading site inspections, construction monitoring, commissioning support, and resolution of complex field issues.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across regions to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions.
• Providing technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to engineers and designers.
• Driving continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, quality assurance, and technical innovation initiatives.
• Supporting strategic growth of Jacobs' transmission and distribution business through market engagement and industry leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Mentoring

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or related Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

PLS-TOWER

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, our Power Solutions team is geared towards providing a more integrated approach offering end-to-end service to support our clients in energy networks, thermal generation, renewable generation and storage solutions space. We are helping our clients meet the challenges faced in countries and cities across the globe, providing innovative solutions from replacing conventional thermal power plants with renewable energy to developing demand side management strategies.

We are currently looking for a Principal Transmission Line Engineer to lead the delivery of overhead transmission line projects and provide technical leadership across complex programs. The role is expected to be a trusted advisor to clients, driving technical excellence, supporting business growth, and ensuring successful project delivery. You will also mentor and develop engineers while helping grow Jacobs' technical capability and market presence within your area of specialty.

Responsibilities include

• Leading the design of overhead transmission lines, including steel lattice towers, tubular pole structures, foundations, and associated line components.
• Directing key engineering analyses such as sag & tension calculations, conductor clearance assessments, line optimization studies, and complex loading assessments.
• Providing technical oversight and approval of designs, technical specifications, engineering reports, and project documentation.
• Utilizing and overseeing the application of tools such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER to develop and review transmission line designs.
• Leading contractor and consultant reviews, including technical deliverables, design documentation, and implementation schedules.
• Managing project scope, budgets, schedules, technical risks, and resource allocation to ensure successful delivery.
• Supporting and leading business development activities, proposal preparation, cost estimation, and strategic pursuits.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships while serving as a trusted technical advisor.
• Leading site inspections, construction monitoring, commissioning support, and resolution of complex field issues.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across regions to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions.
• Providing technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to engineers and designers.
• Driving continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, quality assurance, and technical innovation initiatives.
• Supporting strategic growth of Jacobs' transmission and distribution business through market engagement and industry leadership.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline.
• Proven experience in a Senior or Principal level within transmission line engineering and project delivery.
• Extensive experience in transmission line engineering, including transmission line design, structures, foundations, conductor systems, and line components.
• Advanced proficiency with industry tools such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER.
• Strong expertise in sag & tension analysis, conductor clearance assessments, structure loading, and transmission line design.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and delivering complex transmission projects.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to lead technical discussions and client interactions.
• Proven ability to manage project delivery, including scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
• Experience supporting proposals, business development, and client account growth.
• Ability to mentor engineers and contribute to the development of technical capability within the organization.

From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions – we’re committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share! By supporting one another, we all succeed. With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities to do good too – from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work. Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.