Principal Transmission Line Engineer – Hybrid Work

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

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.