Senior Transmission Line Engineer

LVI Associates; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates in Orlando, FL or Tampa, FL is seeking a Senior Transmission Line Engineer to lead the design and execution of HV and EHV overhead transmission projects. You will own complex line designs, work directly with utility clients, and mentor junior engineers on critical infrastructure initiatives across the power delivery sector.

The role requires PE licensure and 8+ years of experience in transmission line engineering, with strong knowledge of NESC/IEEE/ASCE/ACI standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure required.
• 8+ years of transmission line engineering experience in electric utilities.
• Strong knowledge of NESC, IEEE, ASCE, and ACI design standards.
• Experience designing overhead HV/EHV transmission systems.
• Ability to analyze technical challenges and provide engineering recommendations.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with clients and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Self-motivated in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead transmission line design from concept through construction support.
• Develop and approve PLS-CADD design criteria and line models.
• Perform routing, structural analysis, foundation design, clearance evaluations.
• Coordinate surveys, permitting, materials specs, and procurement support.
• Manage project schedules and coordinate with engineering teams.
• Interface with utility clients and participate in design reviews.
• Coordinate with environmental, right-of-way, substation, construction teams.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and training to junior engineers.
• Support constructability reviews, vendor coordination, and field activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

PLS-CADD

Job description

Senior Transmission Line Engineer - Orlando, FL or Tampa, FL

$140,000-170,000

Our client is seeking a Senior Transmission Line Engineer to lead the design and execution of high-voltage (HV) and extra high-voltage (EHV) overhead transmission projects. This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of complex transmission line designs, work directly with utility clients, and mentor junior engineers while contributing to critical infrastructure projects across the power delivery sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead transmission line engineering and design efforts from concept through construction support
• Develop and approve PLS-CADD design criteria and finalize line models
• Perform and review line routing, structural analysis, foundation design, clearance evaluations, and plan/profile development
• Coordinate surveys, permitting activities, material specifications, and procurement support
• Manage project schedules and support engineering teams to meet project milestones
• Interface directly with utility clients and participate in stakeholder and design review meetings
• Coordinate with environmental, right-of-way, substation, construction, and maintenance teams
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and training to junior engineers
• Support constructability reviews, vendor coordination, and field activities as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• 8+ years of transmission line engineering experience within the electric utility industry
• Strong knowledge of NESC, IEEE, ASCE, and ACI design standards
• Experience designing overhead transmission systems for HV and EHV applications
• Ability to evaluate technical challenges, develop solutions, and provide engineering recommendations
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with both clients and multidisciplinary project teams
• Self-motivated and comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Preferred Experience:

• Transmission line design through detailed engineering and construction support
• Utility client engagement and project leadership responsibilities
• Mentoring engineers and reviewing technical deliverables
• Coordination across multiple disciplines including substation, environmental, right-of-way, and construction teams

This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed transmission engineer seeking increased technical leadership, project ownership, and direct client interaction while working on large-scale utility infrastructure projects.