Remote Transmission Line Engineer - HV Design & PLS-CADD

Leidos; Akron (OH); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer to join a dynamic team solving challenging problems in electric transmission. You will work on high-voltage overhead and underground systems, applying NESC and ASCE standards, and contribute to design, analysis, and documentation efforts on major utility projects.

Ideal candidates will have a Civil (or Mechanical) degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, with proficiency in PLS-CADD/PLS-POLE, AutoCAD or MicroStation, and GIS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Civil, preferred, or Mechanical Engineering with 2+ years of relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems.
• Experience using PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication abilities, with a focus on effective collaboration across client and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Execute technical design and engineering tasks related to high-voltage transmission lines, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and standards.
• Prepare and review technical drawings, specifications, and calculations under the guidance of Lead Engineers or Project Managers.
• Perform engineering analyses, including PLS-CADD modeling and structure loading calculations.
• Contribute to the team's continuous improvement goals by learning and applying new technical tools, AI, and automation platforms.
• Actively communicate and coordinate project progress with the Project Manager to ensure awareness of and adherence to project schedule and budget.
• Maintain strong technical proficiency in industry-standard software and Leidos design processes.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

AutoCAD

MicroStation

GIS

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer to join a dynamic team solving challenging problems in electric transmission. You will work on high-voltage overhead and underground systems, applying NESC and ASCE standards, and contribute to design, analysis, and documentation efforts on major utility projects.

Ideal candidates will have a Civil (or Mechanical) degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, with proficiency in PLS-CADD/PLS-POLE, AutoCAD or MicroStation, and GIS.