Senior Transmission Design Engineer (115kV-500kV)

TRC Companies, Inc.

New Orleans (LA)

On-site

USD 93,000 - 149,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision
401k with company match
Paid time off & holidays
Sick leave & disability

Job summary

TRC, Member of WSP, is seeking a Transmission Engineer to lead design for high‑voltage transmission projects. You will develop line designs, material lists, and construction packages for 115kV–500kV projects.

You will coordinate environmental, licensing, and real estate aspects while overseeing field construction and ensuring code compliance. Strong CAD skills and PE eligibility are required.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural/Mechanical engineering or related field.
  • 5+ years in electrical transmission line design engineering.
  • P.E. preferred or eligible for certification.
  • Proficiency with power line and structure modeling CAD tools (PLSCADD/POLE/TOWER).
  • Familiarity with industry codes and standards for electric utility practice.

Responsibilities

  • Perform design of transmission and distribution lines up to 500kV.
  • Develop material lists, schedules, and design packages for construction.
  • Coordinate environmental, licensing, and real estate considerations.
  • Monitor construction to ensure compliance with plans and specs.
  • Act as Resident Engineer and manage project teams.

Skills

Power line design
Project leadership
Interpersonal skills
Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PLSCADD
POLE
TOWER
Excel
MFAD
L-PILE
NESC
ACI
ASCE Pole manual
AISC Steel manual

Job description

TRC, Member of WSP, is seeking a Transmission Engineer to lead design for high‑voltage transmission projects. You will develop line designs, material lists, and construction packages for 115kV–500kV projects.

You will coordinate environmental, licensing, and real estate aspects while overseeing field construction and ensuring code compliance. Strong CAD skills and PE eligibility are required.

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