Senior Transmission Line Engineer

Leidos; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 72,150 - 130,425; Full time

Job summary

A major engineering firm is seeking a Senior Transmission Line Engineer based in the Greater Chicagoland area. This role involves high-voltage transmission line design and requires at least four years of experience in the electric utility sector. The position offers hybrid work options and a competitive salary range of $72,150 - $130,425, dependent on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of prior relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with clients and project teams.
• Experience in reviewing full transmission line designs including PLS-CADD models.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an Engineer on electric transmission line design projects.
• Perform engineering analyses and prepare bidding documents.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, and proposals.

Skills

Design of electric utility transmission systems

Communication with clients

Leadership and supervision

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Bentley MicroStation

Job description

Responsibilities

We are seeking a Senior Transmission Line Engineer who will work as a member of a dynamic team working in a fast paced environment, solving challenging problems involved with 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. Additionally, he/she will perform engineering analyses, prepare bidding documents, draft plans and specifications, and prepare material procurement and construction documents. This will involve working with a multi‑person Leidos team and interfacing with clients, project planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management personnel.

Work Location

Ideally, candidate will reside in the Greater Chicagoland area to work a hybrid schedule, or either in the Greater Indianapolis or Columbus areas to work fully remote.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and minimum of four (4) years of prior relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems
• Experience in reviewing full transmission line designs including PLS‑CADD models, foundations, material, plan and profiles, and construction packages
• Knowledge of NESC, ACI, AISC, and ASCE code requirements; construction specifications; material procurement process; project schedules; and construction work packages.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, and proposals
• Ability to work effectively in team environment but also able to work independently
• Proven ability to communicate with clients and project teams
• Must have leadership experience and supervising others (required for Senior and SME Level)
• Work in client office is a possibility and/or periodic travel may be required
• Program Expertise:
  • PLS‑CADD and POLE
  • LPILE or FAD Tools
  • Microsoft Office

Preferred Experience

• EIT, FE, or Professional Engineer (PE) License
• GO95
• Program Experience:
  • PLS TOWER
  • Bentley MicroStation
  • Bentley ProjectWise
  • Mathcad
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Construction Management and Support

Compensation

Pay Range $72,150.00 - $130,425.00. The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.