Lead Transmission Line Engineer

Construction Association of Michigan; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos seeks a Lead Transmission Line Engineer to design high‑voltage overhead and underground transmission systems from 46kV to 345kV for a major utility. You will apply NESC, ASCE, ACI and related standards in complex projects, and prepare bidding documents, plans, specifications, and procurement packages.

This role interfaces with a multi‑discipline team, clients, planning, environmental, permitting and construction management personnel, with periodic travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and eight years of experience in electric utility transmission design.
• Experience reviewing full transmission line designs including PLS-CADD models and construction packages.
• Knowledge of NESC, ACI, AISC and ASCE requirements and procurement processes.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, and proposals.
• Ability to work in a team and independently with client communication.
• Travel to client sites may be required.
• Program expertise: PLS-CADD/POLE, LPILE/FAD, Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Apply standards (NESC, ASCE, ACI) to overhead systems and voltage conversion projects.
• Perform engineering analyses and prepare bidding documents, plans, specs, and procurement materials.
• Interface with clients, planning, environmental, permitting and construction teams.
• Develop project scopes, budgets and proposals.
• Collaborate with Leidos team and possibly travel to sites.

Skills

Communication with clients

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

EIT, FE, or PE license preferred

Tools

PLS-CADD

POLE

LPILE

FAD Tools

Microsoft Office

Bentley MicroStation

Bentley ProjectWise

Mathcad

AutoCAD

Job description

We are seeking a Lead Transmission Line Engineer who will work as a member of a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment, solving challenging problems in electric transmission.

The successful candidate will serve as an Engineer on electric transmission line design projects for high-voltage (HV) overhead and underground systems, from 46kV to 345 kV levels, supporting a major electric utility.

This person will apply NESC, ASCE, ACI, and other applicable standards in the engineering and design of overhead systems, voltage conversion projects, new capacity projects, and infrastructure replacement projects. Additionally, he/she will perform engineering analyses, prepare bidding documents, draft plans and specifications, and prepare material procurement and construction documents. This will involve working with a multi-person Leidos team and interfacing with clients, project planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management personnel.

Work Location: 100% REMOTE based in Michigan's Lower Peninsula with regular site visits across the client's utility service territory. Open to candidates throughout the Lower Peninsula, Northern Indiana, and the Toledo, OH area.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and minimum of eight (8) years of prior relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems
• Experience in reviewing full transmission line designs including PLS-CADD models, foundations, material, plan and profiles, and construction packages
• Knowledge of NESC, ACI, AISC, and ASCE code requirements; construction specifications; material procurement process; project schedules; and construction work packages.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, and proposals
• Ability to work effectively in team environment but also able to work independently
• Proven ability to communicate with clients and project teams
• Work in client office is a possibility and/or periodic travel may be required
• Program Expertise:
  • PLS-CADD and POLE
  • LPILE or FAD Tools
  • Microsoft Office

Preferred Experience:

• EIT, FE, or Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Program Experience:
  • Bentley MicroStation
  • Bentley ProjectWise
  • Mathcad
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
• Construction Management and Support

Why Leidos:

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

We take care of our employees. Leidos seeks the best and the brightest, and in return, we invest in you, with an eye on your future, through career advancement, growth opportunities, and continuous improvement via mentoring, formal and informal project management training and assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications. We challenge you to help solve some of the world’s toughest problems, and reward you with a welcoming culture that recognizes the importance of a strong work/life balance, as well as competitive compensation and benefits. We believe that diversity and inclusion make us all better and offer the chance to have fun and make a difference.

We value and support the well-being and mobility of our employees with competitive benefit packages, complementary e-learning training, work-life flexibility, an exciting External Referral Program, and a diverse, inclusive, and ethical workplace. Our recognition as an industry leader is confirmed by the latest national rankings by Engineering News-Record (ENR) ranking Leidos within the Top 10 T&D Firms, and Top 10 Power Firms.

Original Posting

September 3, 2026

Pay Range

Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.