Hybrid Transmission Line Engineer - Design & Field Expert

Insight Global; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an experienced Transmission Line Engineer to support transmission projects for a utility service territory. This role covers engineering, design, analysis and execution of line projects from concept through construction, with a blend of office, field and project work.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in transmission line design, familiarity with PLS-CADD/PLS-TOWER/PLS-POLE/MFAD, and the ability to manage complex assignments independently.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 5+ years of engineering experience.
• 2+ years of direct Transmission Line Design experience.
• Experience within the electric utility industry.
• Proficiency with transmission line design software, including PLS-CADD, PLS-TOWER, PLS-POLE, MFAD or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer overhead transmission line projects, including routing, siting, conceptual design, and detailed engineering.
• Perform structural, foundation, and electrical design calculations in line with codes and industry best practices.
• Develop project scopes, cost estimates, technical specifications, engineering packages, and design documents.
• Utilize design software such as PLS-CADD, PLS-TOWER, PLS-POLE and related tools.
• Analyze engineering challenges and recommend practical solutions.
• Support project execution through planning, scheduling, design reviews, and coordination with stakeholders.
• Provide construction support, field evaluations, and troubleshooting of design issues.
• Modify designs to address construction constraints and environmental considerations.
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining quality, schedule, and budget.
• Collaborate with engineering, construction, environmental, permitting, and project management teams.

Skills

Overhead TL design

Project management

Independent work

Education

ABET-accredited engineering program

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-TOWER

PLS-POLE

MFAD

Job description

Insight Global is seeking an experienced Transmission Line Engineer to support transmission projects for a utility service territory. This role covers engineering, design, analysis and execution of line projects from concept through construction, with a blend of office, field and project work.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in transmission line design, familiarity with PLS-CADD/PLS-TOWER/PLS-POLE/MFAD, and the ability to manage complex assignments independently.