Hybrid Transmission Line Design Engineer

Great River Energy; Maple Grove (MN); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Great River Energy (GRE) is seeking a Transmission Line Design Engineer in Maple Grove, MN, ready to work on engineering, project management, and technical support for transmission line design projects. Hybrid schedule eligible.

The role requires 4+ years in engineering within utilities, 7+ years preferred, and familiarity with PLS-CADD, MFAD, and NESC standards. FE/EIT is required; PE is preferred. Compensation starts around $95,000 and up to $160,000 annually with full benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering is required; electrical or mechanical may be considered if 4+ years of transmission line design experience.
• Strong communication and analytical skills; ability to work in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering on transmission line design projects to ensure safe, reliable, high-quality designs.
• Provide technical support to GRE engineers, Land Rights, permitting, field technicians, and operators.
• Lead cross-functional teams to develop and update design standards and equipment specifications.
• Manage small transmission division projects to meet financial, functional, and schedule requirements.
• Develop project design drawings and documentation.
• Ensure designs meet strength, loading, and clearance requirements economically.
• Participate in regional or national working groups when required.

Tools

PLS-CADD

MFAD

Job description

Great River Energy (GRE) is seeking a Transmission Line Design Engineer in Maple Grove, MN, ready to work on engineering, project management, and technical support for transmission line design projects. Hybrid schedule eligible.

The role requires 4+ years in engineering within utilities, 7+ years preferred, and familiarity with PLS-CADD, MFAD, and NESC standards. FE/EIT is required; PE is preferred. Compensation starts around $95,000 and up to $160,000 annually with full benefits.