Line Design Engineer 2/3 4P/328

4P Consulting Inc.; Missouri; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Company is seeking experienced Line Design Engineers to join our Transmission Engineering team in a hands-on role focused on high-voltage transmission line design and project execution. The position emphasizes PLS-CADD proficiency, adherence to industry standards, and collaboration with field staff and contractors.

Ideal candidates will have advanced transmission design skills, strong problem solving abilities, and the capacity to work independently while coordinating with plant staff

Qualifications

• HVTL design experience and strong technical knowledge.
• Familiarity with NESC standards and utility design practices.
• Experience coordinating with project teams, vendors, and field staff.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering design criteria and PLS-CADD for HVTL design.
• Prepare construction specs, design options, and material estimates.
• Conduct QA reviews for line models and construction packages.
• Support HVTL system planning, design, operation, construction and maintenance.
• Ensure alignment with NESC and Southern Company standards.

Skills

Line design

PLS-CADD

Problem solving

Independent work

Communication

Tools

PLS-CADD

Job description

Line Design Engineer

Location: Forest Park, Ga

Contract-1 Year

Client- Southern Company

Job Summary:

We are seeking experienced Line Design Engineers to join our Transmission Engineering team. This role is responsible for designing and supporting the construction of high-voltage transmission lines (HVTL), providing guidance on engineering standards, and ensuring high-quality execution of outsourced and internal line design projects. The ideal candidate is technically skilled in PLS-CADD, understands industry standards, and thrives in a collaborative utility environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply engineering design criteria and software tools (e.g., PLS-CADD) for HVTL design
• Prepare construction specifications, design options, and material estimates
• Conduct quality assurance reviews for PLS-CADD line models and construction packages
• Support HVTL system planning, design, operation, construction, and maintenance
• Ensure alignment with NESC and Southern Company design standards
• Collaborate with construction and maintenance teams during daily operations and emergency restoration
• Guide and oversee contractors on outsourced design packages, ensuring quality and accuracy
• Assist in developing and enforcing system design standards and criteria
• Transmit complete construction packages and specifications to the field

Required Skills & Expertise:

• Advanced knowledge of transmission line design practices
• Proficiency with transmission line design (TLD) software, especially PLS-CADD
• Strong problem-solving skills and decision-making capabilities
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethic and a team-focused, positive attitude
• Experience interfacing with plant staff, engineering teams, and vendors

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Experience supporting emergency restoration efforts
• Familiarity with Southern Company standards and internal systems

Work Environment:

• Office-based with occasional field visits as required
• Travel to project sites and construction areas as needed