Senior Transmission Line Engineer

Construction Association of Michigan; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Construction Association of Michigan is seeking a Senior Transmission Line Engineer to lead electric transmission line design projects for high-voltage and extra-high-voltage systems. The role involves engineering analysis, drafting plans, and collaborating with a team.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and at least four years of experience. Strong knowledge of industry codes and project management skills are essential. The position offers flexible work options within Indiana and the Greater Chicagoland area.

Qualifications

• At least four years of relevant experience in electric utility transmission systems design.
• Experience with PLS‑CADD models, foundations, material, and construction packages.
• Ability to develop project scopes and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an engineer on electric transmission line design projects.
• Prepare bidding documents and specifications.
• Interface with project teams and clients.

Skills

Design of electric utility transmission systems

Reviewing transmission line designs

NESC, ACI, AISC, ASCE knowledge

Project budgeting and proposals

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

PLS‑CADD

Microsoft Office

Autodesk AutoCAD

Job description

Senior Transmission Line Engineer

We are seeking a Senior Transmission Line Engineer to 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. Responsibilities include applying 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; performing engineering analyses; preparing bidding documents; drafting plans and specifications; preparing material procurement and construction documents; and working with a multi‑person Leidos team while interfacing with clients, project planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management personnel.

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

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a minimum of four (4) 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.
• Ability to develop project scopes, budgets, and proposals.
• Strong teamwork and independent work skills.
• Proven communication skills with clients and project teams.
• Leadership experience and supervisory responsibilities (required for Senior and SME Level).
• Will occasionally work in client office and/or travel as required.
• Program expertise: PLS‑CADD and POLE, LPILE or FAD Tools, Microsoft Office.

Preferred Experience

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

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and comply with all applicable laws and regulations. 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.