Line Design Engineer SR

Johnson Service Group, Inc.; Forest Park (GA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Service Group (JSG) seeks an experienced Line Design Engineer to support high-priority HV transmission projects in Forest Park, GA. The role combines engineering expertise, project management, and process innovation to deliver compliant, complex HVTL designs.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in transmission line design, BS in Engineering, and PLS-CADD proficiency. This contract assignment emphasizes safety, coordination with multiple internal teams, and contractor oversight.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related experience and accredited bachelor’s degree or PE license.
• BS degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil) or relevant technical degree.
• Professional Engineering license preferred.
• Experience in transmission line design required.
• Thorough knowledge of transmission line design practices including PLS-CADD.
• Experience in managing large complex engineering projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering processes, design criteria, and software applications to design and construct HV transmission lines.
• Supports estimate preparation.
• Develops design options.
• Prepares construction specifications.
• Provide guidance, oversight, and quality assurance reviews for contracted line design work.
• Create a safe work environment by putting safety first.
• Understand HVTL planning, design, operation, construction, and maintenance.
• Coordinate with internal departments and support design standards; assist construction teams.
• Provide QA reviews for PLS-CADD line models and construction packages.

Skills

HV transmission design

Project management

Engineering analysis

Education

BS degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer license

Tools

PLS-CADD

Job description

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is a nationally recognized professional staffing and recruiting firm that is looking for an experienced Line Design Engineer to fill a contract assignment in the Forest Park, GA area. Date: 11/5/2026

Job Title: Line Design Engineer

Work Location: Forest Park, GA 30297

Requirements

• PPE: Hard hat, Safety glasses with side shields, Safety-approved boots/footwear, High-visibility reflective vest, Work gloves available, FR clothing available when electrical exposure or the job-site conditions require it
• Successful candidates must provide their own Safety boots/footwear

Position Summary

The position is responsible for supporting special project PMs who are responsible for managing high-priority, non-routine, or technically complex assignments. These projects will include accelerated, highly visible 500kV, 230kV, and 115kV projects. The position responsibilities include engineering expertise, project management, and innovation to improve processes and execute unique Transmission projects in full compliance with all relevant corporate policies and all environmental, safety and regulatory requirements.

Position Qualifications

• The Line Design Engineer SR position requires 10+ years of related experience and an accredited bachelor’s degree or professional engineer license.
• Education BS degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil), Engineering Technology, or relevant technical degree – or Significant experience in transmission line design is required
• A Professional Engineering license is preferred.
• Experience working in or in support of transmission line design is required
• Thorough knowledge of transmission line design practices including the use of PLS CADD is required
• Experience in managing and scheduling large complex engineering projects is strongly preferred

Job responsibilities include

Responsible for applying engineering processes, design criteria, and software applications to design and construct high-voltage transmission lines (HVTL)

Supports estimate preparation

Develops design options

Prepares construction specifications

Provide guidance, oversight, and quality assurance reviews for approved contractors as they develop design solutions, cost estimates, and construction packages for outsourced line design jobs

Creating a safe work environment by putting safety first

Understand the process used for HVTL planning, design, operation, construction, and maintenance

Understanding the functions and activities of various internal departments involved in HVTL design, construction, and maintenance, Understanding transmission line design practices and work processes Using all software applications used in HVTL design Understanding NESC and Southern Company design standards Supporting design standard and criteria development for the system Supporting construction and maintenance teams during day-to-day operations and during emergency restoration of failed equipment Providing quality assurance reviews for PLS-CADD line models and job construction package Estimating material for transmission projects Transmitting construction packages and supporting specifications

Skillsets and expertise required for this position include

Advanced engineering knowledge Problem-solving skills Significant discretion making independent decisions based on procedure Proficient TLD software knowledge Strong work ethic Positive attitude Ability to build effective relationships with plant staff, design engineering staff and/or vendors.

This position requires driving (excluding commute) This position requires personal protective equipment This position may require some bending, lifting, climbing, prolonged sitting, prolonged walking, walking on gravel or crawling when necessary.

Benefits

• JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more.

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.