Senior Transmission Electrical Designer

The Global Edge Consultants LLC; Reading (Berks County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Global Edge Consultants LLC in Reading, PA is seeking an experienced Transmission Line Designer / Senior Electrical Drafter to lead drafting and design of high-voltage transmission line systems, from 34.5 kV to 230 kV. The role collaborates across civil, structural, electrical, and substation teams with occasional field walkdowns.

You will mentor junior staff, prepare BOMs, review drawings, and ensure QA against industry standards, all within a hybrid work setting and potential travel to

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive design and drafting experience focused on high-voltage transmission lines.
• Associate Degree or Diploma in Electrical Design, CAD, or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience.
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes, utility standards, and structural guidelines (NESC, IEEE, ANSI, ASCE-7, AISC, IBC).
• Willingness and ability to travel to job sites for site walkdowns and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Prepare scaled design drawings and complete drawing packages for overhead transmission line projects.
• Design and analyze structures for 34.5 kV to 230 kV transmission lines.
• Mentor and review drawings produced by junior staff.
• Create and review BOMs, conduit layouts, and cable schedules.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, electrical, and substation teams.
• Develop layouts from scratch or by package and manage multiple projects.
• Perform QA checks on drawings following industry standards and document control.
• Conduct field site walkdowns and data verification as needed.

Skills

Drivenness and self-motivation

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

High-voltage design understanding

Education

Associate Degree or Diploma in Electrical Design/CAD

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Transmission Line Designer / Senior Electrical Drafter

Location: Reading, PA (Hybrid / Regional Project Travel as required)

Employment Type: Contract to Direct Hire

Position Overview

Our team is seeking an experienced, self-motivated Transmission Line Designer to join our growing Power Networks group. In this role, you will lead the drafting and design of high-voltage transmission line systems ranging from 34.5 kV to 230 kV. Working alongside cross-functional engineering disciplines and project teams, you will develop comprehensive design packages, perform structural analysis, ensure quality assurance across all documentation, and conduct site walkdowns to support critical power infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare scaled physical design drawings and complete drawing packages for overhead transmission line projects with minimal engineering supervision.
• Design and execute structural analysis of pole, lattice, framed, and guyed structures for transmission lines ranging from 34.5 kV to 230 kV.
• Guide, mentor, and review drawing packages developed by junior design staff.
• Create and review bills of materials (BOM), conduit layouts, and cable schedules.
• Coordinate seamlessly across multidisciplinary teams (civil, structural, electrical, and substation engineering) to deliver fully integrated design systems.
• Conceptualize layouts from scratch or go-by packages, handling multiple project assignments concurrently within schedule and budget constraints.
• Perform quality assurance checks on drawings, adhering to industry standards and rigorous document management protocols.
• Conduct field site walkdowns and data verification at project locations when required.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years of progressive design and drafting experience focused on high-voltage transmission lines.
• Education: Associate Degree or Diploma in Electrical Design, Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD), or an equivalent combination of technical education, formal training, and hands-on electrical design experience.
• Industry Knowledge: Solid working comprehension of electrical codes, utility standards, and structural guidelines (including NESC, IEEE, ANSI, ASCE-7, AISC, and IBC).
• Communication & Work Ethic: Self-directed, organized, and collaborative, with strong written and interpersonal skills to interface smoothly with project managers, clients, and technical leads.
• Mobility: Willingness and ability to travel to job sites for site walkdowns and inspections.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior lead experience guiding junior designers and drafters through full lifecycle drawing releases.
• Comprehensive familiarity with substation interfaces and civil/geotechnical coordination for transmission routing.
• Working knowledge of international and specialized codes such as IEC, CSA, and ACI 318.

Technical Skills

• Specialized Software: PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE.
• Drafting Platforms: AutoCAD, MicroStation (proficient in handling scaled vector and raster drawing files).
• CAD Standards: Proven capability interpreting and applying custom utility and client-specific CAD workspace standards.
• General Tools: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access).

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with competitive company matching.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), standard paid holidays, and sick leave.
• Professional development, continuing education support, and industry training opportunities.