Senior Transmission Line Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Big Rapids (MI); Remote; USD 72,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Transmission Line Engineer to join their dynamic team. This exciting role involves designing high-voltage and extra high-voltage transmission systems for major utilities. Candidates will apply their expertise in engineering standards and collaborate with a diverse team to deliver innovative solutions. The position offers the flexibility of remote work while requiring occasional site visits within Michigan. Join a company that values employee well-being and offers competitive benefits, training, and a commitment to ethical practices in the workplace.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Competitive benefits

Training opportunities

Diverse workplace

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in electric utility transmission system design.
• Knowledge of NESC, ACI, AISC, ASCE code requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering analyses and prepare bidding documents.
• Collaborate with clients and project teams on design projects.

Skills

Electric utility transmission system design

Project management

Effective team collaboration

Strong communication skills

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Bentley MicroStation

Mathcad

Job description

Job Description

Description

We are seeking a Senior Transmission Line Engineer who will work as a member of a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment, solving challenging problems related to electric transmission.

The successful candidate will serve as an Engineer 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 apply NESC, ASCE, ACI, and other applicable standards in the engineering and design of electrical overhead and underground systems, voltage conversion projects, new capacity projects, and infrastructure replacement projects. Responsibilities include performing engineering analyses, preparing bidding documents, drafting plans and specifications, and developing material procurement and construction documents. The role involves collaboration with a multi-person Leidos team and interfacing with clients, project planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management personnel.

Work Location: This position is remote; the successful candidate must reside in Michigan and be willing to visit sites. Ideal locations include:

• Grand Rapids
• Mt Pleasant/Big Rapids
• Muskegon
• Lansing
• Jackson
• Kalamazoo

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and at least four (4) years of relevant experience in electric utility transmission system design
• Experience reviewing full transmission line designs, including PLS-CADD models, foundations, materials, plans, profiles, and construction packages
• Knowledge of NESC, ACI, AISC, ASCE code requirements; construction specifications; material procurement; project scheduling; and construction work packages
• Ability to develop project scopes, budgets, and proposals
• Effective team collaboration and independent work skills
• Strong communication skills with clients and project teams
• Leadership experience and supervisory skills (required for Senior and SME levels)
• Willingness to travel and work onsite as needed
• Proficiency in PLS-CADD, POLE, LPILE or FAD Tools, and Microsoft Office

Preferred experience:

• EIT, FE, or PE license
• Experience with PLS TOWER, Bentley MicroStation, Bentley ProjectWise, Mathcad, AutoCAD
• Construction management and support experience

Leidos values employee well-being with competitive benefits, training, flexible work options, and a diverse, ethical workplace. In 2023, Leidos was ranked as one of the “World's Most Ethical Companies” by Ethisphere Institute for the sixth consecutive year.

Original Posting: February 28, 2025

For U.S. positions, the job is expected to remain open for at least 3 days, with an anticipated close date no earlier than 3 days after posting.

Pay Range: $72,150.00 - $130,425.00

The pay range is a general guideline; actual compensation will consider responsibilities, education, experience, skills, and other factors.