Senior High-Voltage Transmission Line Engineer (Hybrid)

Jobot; Chicago, Lombard (IL, IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer to support the design and execution of high-voltage transmission projects, focusing on overhead line engineering from 34.5kV to 500kV. The role offers a hybrid schedule and a growing project backlog.

You will work with a team of experienced engineers, develop design packages, coordinate with clients, and contribute to project planning, calculations, and field activities. Mid to senior level engineers are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• 3+ years of transmission line design experience.
• PE License preferred or ability to obtain licensure within a reasonable timeframe.
• Experience designing overhead transmission systems in a utility, consulting, or EPC environment.
• Proficiency with PLS-CADD and related transmission design software.
• Strong understanding of transmission line routing, conductor selection, structure spotting, foundations, and construction considerations.
• Familiarity with industry standards including NESC, ASCE, IEEE, ANSI, and related codes.
• Excellent communication and project coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering and design for transmission line projects from 34.5kV through 500kV
• Develop cost-effective, constructible transmission line designs
• Prepare engineering calculations, design packages, and construction documents
• Support project planning, scheduling, and technical execution
• Coordinate with clients, project teams, and other engineering disciplines
• Review and develop material takeoffs and project deliverables
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and applicable engineering codes
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers as experience allows
• Support project meetings, client interactions, and occasional field activities
• Travel periodically in support of project and client needs

Skills

Transmission line design

PLS-CADD

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer to support the design and execution of high-voltage transmission projects, focusing on overhead line engineering from 34.5kV to 500kV. The role offers a hybrid schedule and a growing project backlog.

You will work with a team of experienced engineers, develop design packages, coordinate with clients, and contribute to project planning, calculations, and field activities. Mid to senior level engineers are encouraged to apply.