Senior Transmission Line Designer

Leidos; United States; Hybrid; USD 87,100 - 157,450; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health and wellness programs

Income protection

Paid leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Senior Transmission Line Designer to join a dynamic team addressing challenging problems in electric transmission. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of four years' experience in electric utility transmission systems and will be responsible for the design of various transmission line projects. This role offers the option for remote or hybrid work in Florida and provides competitive benefits including health programs and retirement plans. Salary ranges from $87,100 to $157,450.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four (4) years of prior relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems.
• Experience with full transmission line designs including PLS-CADD models, material, plan and profiles, and construction packages.
• Knowledge of NESC requirements and material procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as designer on electric transmission line design projects.
• Prepare bidding documents, draft plans and specifications, and construction documents.
• Work with a multi-person team and interface with clients.

Skills

Design of electric utility transmission systems

PLS-CADD models

NESC requirements

Teamwork

Communication with clients

Job description

Senior Transmission Line Designer

We are seeking a Senior Transmission Line Designer to work as a member of a dynamic team in a fast‑paced environment, addressing challenging problems in electric transmission.

The successful candidate will serve as a designer on electric transmission line design projects for high‑voltage (HV) and extra high‑voltage (EHV) overhead and underground systems for some of the largest utilities in the country. This person will work independently with the direction of an engineer, applying engineering standards in the design of electrical overhead and underground transmission line systems, reconductor projects, greenfield projects, brownfield projects, structure‑replacement projects, and various other types of projects. Additionally, this person will perform engineering analyses, prepare bidding documents, draft plans and specifications, prepare material procurement and construction documents, and handle all aspects of transmission line design. This will involve working with a multi‑person Leidos team and interfacing with clients, project planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management personnel.

Work Location

Orlando, FL office preferred; Remote/Hybrid optional in Florida.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four (4) years of prior relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems.
• Experience with full transmission line designs including PLS‑CADD models, material, plan and profiles, and construction packages.
• Knowledge of NESC requirements; material procurement process; project schedules; and construction work packages.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment while also working independently.
• Proven ability to communicate with clients and project teams.
• Periodic travel may be required for site visits, construction support, and in‑person meetings.

Pay Range

US$87,100.00 – US$157,450.00 (guide only; actual compensation may vary).

Benefits

Competitive compensation, health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, and retirement benefits.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.