Senior Transmission & Distribution Line Engineer

Hydrogen Group; California (MO); On-site; USD 113,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydrogen Group seeks a Senior Transmission & Distribution Line Engineer for electric utility overhead line design in the United States. The role involves design and analysis using PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, and SPIDAcalc, developing engineering packages, and offering technical support through construction phases.

Requirements include a Civil/Structural Engineering degree and 3+ years in utility line design, with knowledge of GO95 and NESC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of electric utility transmission and/or distribution line design experience.
• Experience using PLS-CADD and/or PLS-Pole.
• Knowledge of GO95, NESC and applicable utility design standards.
• Strong analytical and engineering problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently perform engineering design work and technical reviews.

Responsibilities

• Perform transmission and distribution line design and analysis using PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, SPIDAcalc and related engineering software.
• Develop and review engineering packages for overhead transmission and distribution line projects.
• Perform engineering analysis associated with pole and foundation designs.
• Complete engineering calculations and technical reviews to support utility line design.
• Ensure designs comply with GO95, NESC, ASCE and applicable utility engineering standards.
• Independently perform engineering design work and technical reviews.
• Identify and resolve technical and design-related issues.
• Provide technical support to construction and field personnel.
• Participate in field visits when required to support engineering and construction activities.
• Collaborate with project teams and other engineering disciplines.
• Provide technical guidance and engineering support throughout project execution.
• Support the continuous improvement of engineering standards, procedures and design practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Engineering problem solving

Independent design reviews

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-Pole

SPIDAcalc

Job description

Contract: 12 Months

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Pay Rate: $64.47 per hour

We are seeking an experienced Senior Transmission & Distribution Line Engineer to support electric utility overhead line design and engineering projects.

This role will perform transmission and distribution line design and analysis using industry-standard engineering tools including PLS-CADD and PLS-Pole, develop engineering packages for overhead line and pole/foundation projects, and provide technical support throughout design and construction.

A Professional Engineer (PE) license is not required for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform transmission and distribution line design and analysis using PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, SPIDAcalc and related engineering software.
• Develop and review engineering packages for overhead transmission and distribution line projects.
• Perform engineering analysis associated with pole and foundation designs.
• Complete engineering calculations and technical reviews to support utility line design.
• Ensure designs comply with GO95, NESC, ASCE and applicable utility engineering standards.
• Independently perform engineering design work and technical reviews.
• Identify and resolve technical and design-related issues.
• Provide technical support to construction and field personnel.
• Participate in field visits when required to support engineering and construction activities.
• Collaborate with project teams and other engineering disciplines.
• Provide technical guidance and engineering support throughout project execution.
• Support the continuous improvement of engineering standards, procedures and design practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of electric utility transmission and/or distribution line design experience.
• Experience using PLS-CADD and/or PLS-Pole.
• Knowledge of GO95, NESC and applicable utility design standards.
• Strong analytical and engineering problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently perform engineering design work and technical reviews.

Preferred Experience

• SPIDAcalc experience.
• California electric utility experience.
• Experience with pole and foundation design.
• Experience applying ASCE standards to utility engineering projects.

Key Technical Skills

The strongest candidates will combine electric utility transmission or distribution line design experience with hands‑on knowledge of PLS-CADD or PLS-Pole and familiarity with overhead line design standards.

Experience with California utility requirements, GO95, SPIDAcalc, PLS-Caisson and pole/foundation engineering would be particularly valuable.

PE license is not required.

Desired Skills and Experience

PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, Transmission Line Design, Distribution Line Design, Overhead Lines, Utility Engineering, NESC, GO95, Structural Engineering, SPIDAcalc