Senior Transmission Line Engineer

Leidos; Dearborn (MI); Remote; USD 73,450 - 132,775; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work-life balance

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Transmission Line Engineer to work remotely while residing in Michigan. The role involves designing high-voltage electric transmission line projects, applying engineering standards, and interfacing with clients. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and have a minimum of five years of experience in electric utility transmission systems. Leadership skills and effective communication are essential for this position, which also offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems.
• Experience reviewing transmission line designs including PLS-CADD models and construction packages.
• Knowledge of NESC, ACI, AISC, and ASCE code requirements.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering standards to design overhead and underground transmission systems.
• Develop and review PLS-CADD models and construction packages.
• Prepare bidding documents and material procurement.

Skills

Engineering standards and code requirements

Communication with clients

Leadership experience

Teamwork

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

Microsoft Office

LPILE

Job description

Description

Senior Transmission Line Engineer – We are seeking a senior engineer who will work as a member of a dynamic team 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 major utilities.

This position applies 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 preparing material procurement and construction documents. The role involves working with a multi-person Leidos team and interfacing with clients, project planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management personnel.

Work Location: This position is 100% REMOTE, but candidate must reside in Michigan to be considered.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include support for electric transmission line design projects and related activities, including:

• Apply engineering standards and code requirements to design overhead and underground transmission systems.
• Develop and review PLS-CADD models, foundations, material specifications, plans and profiles, and construction packages.
• Prepare bidding documents, plans, specifications, material procurement, and construction documents.
• Interface with clients and project teams, including planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management personnel.
• Lead or supervise project tasks as required for Senior and SME levels.
• Travel or work at client offices as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems.
• Experience 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 a team environment and independently.
• Proven ability to communicate with clients and project teams.
• Leadership experience and supervising others (required for Senior and SME levels).
• 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

Why Leidos

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

We take care of our employees. Leidos seeks the best and the brightest, and in return, we invest in you, with an eye on your future, through career advancement, growth opportunities, and continuous improvement via mentoring, formal and informal project management training and assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications. We challenge you to help solve some of the world’s toughest problems, and reward you with a welcoming culture that recognizes the importance of a strong work/life balance, as well as competitive compensation and benefits. We believe that diversity and inclusion make us all better and offer the chance to have fun and make a difference.

We value and support the well-being and mobility of our employees with competitive benefit packages, complementary e-learning training, work-life flexibility, an External Referral Program, and a diverse, inclusive, and ethical workplace. Our recognition as an industry leader is confirmed by rankings from Engineering News-Record (ENR) as a Top 10 T&D Firm and Top 10 Power Firm.

If this sounds like the environment where you can thrive, apply now. Begin your journey of a meaningful career; share your resume with us today.

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Original Posting: February 5, 2026

Pay Range

Pay Range $73,450.00 - $132,775.00

The pay range is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation. Factors considered in offering include responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data, and applicable agreements.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. We craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Benefits include health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave and retirement. Details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, 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 qualified applicants with criminal histories where allowed by law.

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