Engineer, Line Design

Liberty; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401(k) with 5% match

Annual bonus

Job summary

Liberty is seeking engineers to join our Transmission and Distribution Line Design Team in Joplin, Missouri. The roles span junior to senior levels, focusing on modeling, route selection, right‑of‑way, and design drawings for new facilities and replacements.

Junior engineers work with guidance to prepare designs, while seniors lead projects, mentor others, and resolve complex technical issues. The team emphasizes safe, compliant design under NESC and company standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering.
• Engineer‑In‑Training (EIT) certificate or ability to obtain EIT certificate within 12 months preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD applications.
• Must have valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Willing to travel up to 15% with some overnights.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and review transmission and distribution line projects to ensure timely completion that is consistent with Company standards, NESC, and other applicable codes or regulatory requirements, and is cost effective within budget guidelines.
• Perform detailed analysis and design of wood pole, steel pole, steel lattice, and other structures and foundations using Finite Element Analysis techniques as well as industry standard software.
• Produce design drawings for internal or external projects from routine equipment replacement to complete design of new facilities, and generate documentation including specifications, sag and tension calculations, electrical clearance calculations, conductor sizing and routing diagrams.
• Review and comment on internal and external structural steel drawings, foundation details and general layout drawings; plan and coordinate work for engineering techs, drafting techs, and contractors.
• Resolve problems regarding line design, right-of-way, and material with internal and external customers to ensure successful completion of projects.
• Manage and support construction project flow, including field meetings, resolving project construction conflicts, and resource scheduling.
• Utilize excellent written and verbal communication skills to promote change within the company.
• Enhance the company by implementing time- and cost-saving methods of completing tasks within the department.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certificate

Tools

AutoCAD

PLS-CAD

PLS-POLE

CIASSON/FAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Purpose

Seeking Engineers to fill position in our Transmission and Distribution Line Design Team.

Junior level engineer

With some guidance, will prepare models, perform route selection, assist with right-of-way acquisition, line and structure spotting and optimization. Prepare material and construction specifications, design criteria and construction drawings, procure materials, and support project through construction. Perform structure analysis and design of pole, framed, self-supporting and guyed structures and foundations. May also work as a teammate with an engineering technician.

Senior level engineer

In addition to junior level engineer, leads and directs work of others. Provides expert judgment and analysis. Leads in training entry level engineers. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Resolves highly complex technical issues and conducts advanced research.

Accountabilities

• Plan, design, and review transmission and distribution line projects to ensure timely completion that is consistent with Company standards, NESC, and other applicable codes or regulatory requirements, and is cost effective within budget guidelines.
• Perform detailed analysis and design of wood pole, steel pole, steel lattice, and other structures and foundations using Finite Element Analysis techniques as well as industry standard software.
• Responsible for producing design drawings for internal or external project from routine equipment replacement and installations to complete design of new facilities, and generating documentation for these transmission and distribution lines, preparing specifications, sag and tension calculations, electrical clearance calculations, conductor sizing and transmission line routing diagrams.
• Review and comment on internal and external structural steel drawings, foundation details and general layout drawings. Plan and coordinate work for engineering techs, drafting techs, and contractors.
• Solve problems regarding line design, right-of-way, and material with internal and external customers to ensure successful completion of projects.
• Manage and support construction project flow, including field meetings, resolving project construction conflicts, and resource scheduling.
• Utilize excellent written and verbal communication skills to promote change within the company.
• Enhance the company by implementing time- and cost-saving methods of completing tasks within the department.

Education and Experience

Junior level engineer:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering
• Engineer‑In‑Training (EIT) certificate or ability to obtain EIT certificate within 12 months preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD applications.
• Must have valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Willing to travel once trained, up to 15% with some overnights.

Senior level engineer:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering with 5+ years of T&D utility experience.
• Working knowledge in AutoCAD, PLS‑CAD, PLS‑POLE, CIASSON/FAD.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for compiling technical reports.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage & a 401(k) plan with a 5% match, effective day one.
• Annual bonus and merit increase eligibility.
• Life insurance, and short-term & long-term disability.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Free Employee Assistance Program & Headspace account.
• 3 weeks of vacation, 5 sick days, 12 paid company holidays, & 3 paid volunteer days.
• Tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, & reimbursement for certification costs.
• Reward & recognition programs, service awards, a great company culture, and a collaborative & flexible work environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents. Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all our employees and expect each of our employees to honour this commitment in their daily responsibilities.