Senior Transmission Engineer

Sme Engineers; Maine; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company paid Medical, Life, and Disability insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

401(k) plan with matching contribution

Performance-based year-end bonus

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Sme Engineers is seeking a Senior Transmission Engineer in Maine to lead and mentor team members, design high-voltage transmission systems, and manage projects. You will engage with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and quality while contributing to significant utility and renewable energy projects. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in engineering, extensive experience in transmission line design, and proficiency in relevant software tools. A strong commitment to sustainability and technical excellence is essential, along with excellent problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited school required.
• Minimum of 5 years in transmission line design and engineering.
• Proficiency with PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-voltage transmission lines.
• Manage projects to meet schedule and budget requirements.
• Conduct field assessments to support project execution.

Skills

Transmission line design

Electrical engineering principles

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, civil, or mechanical engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

AutoCAD

GIS mapping tools

PLS-POLE

PLS-TOWER

Job description

Job Summary:As senior transmission engineer, you will lead and mentor team members, engage in challenging assignments, and contribute to the design and implementation of solutions for projects including utility infrastructure, renewable energy facilities, and critical data center applications. This role is based in Maine.

Your Impact:You will design, analyze, and optimize electrical transmission systems including overhead and underground high-voltage power lines, and be responsible for project and client management. Your experienced background in transmission line design, structural analysis, and electrical engineering principles is integral to providing innovative solutions that align with SME’s commitment to sustainability and technical excellence.

On a typical day, you will:

• Design and develop high-voltage transmission lines (35kV – 345kV) using industry-standard software (PLS-CADD).
• Conduct structural, electrical, and thermal analyses to optimize system performance.
• Perform routing, siting, and impact assessments for transmission projects.
• Prepare technical specifications, construction drawings, and material lists.
• Conduct field assessments and site visits to support project planning and execution.
• Manage projects ensuring that project deliverables meet schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
• Provide technical support during construction, testing, and commissioning phases.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and regulatory agencies including utilities and government agencies to ensure compliance with industry standards (NESC, IEEE, ANSI, etc.).
• Provide technical expertise and construction oversight.

Your compensation and benefits package includes:

• 100% company paid Medical, Life, and Long-term and Short-term Disability insurance
• Annual contributions to an HSA (if enrolled in company-provided health insurance plan)
• Paid vacation and sick time and 9 paid holidays per year
• Retirement plan comprising three components: a 401(k) plan with matching contribution of up to 50% of 10% of your salary; profit sharing; and a non-discretionary 3% of gross pay contribution (all three components available after 1 year of service), and a
• Performance-based year-end bonus!

SME also offers:

• Work-life balance and flexible working hours
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Intraoffice groups, including hiking, hockey, and running
• Community involvement such as volunteer days and an SME sponsored road race team, and
• Fall golf event, food truck days, cornhole tournaments, chili cookoff competition and more!

Required skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, civil, or mechanical engineering from an ABET-accredited school
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in transmission line design and engineering and understanding of structural and mechanical aspects of transmission lines
• Proficiency with PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER software
• Strong knowledge of NESC, IEEE, and ANSI standards
• Experience with AutoCAD, GIS mapping tools, and power system modeling software
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently and within a team
• Experience with distribution line design and knowledge of distribution equipment is a plus
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required