Senior Transmission Line Engineer

ENERCON; Spring (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Level Transmission Line Engineer to design high‑voltage transmission lines and collaborate with clients and vendors. This hybrid role involves leading project teams and ensuring successful execution across multiple projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, at least 6 years of relevant experience, and knowledge of design tools like PLS-CADD. Strong communication skills are vital, and the position allows for work-from-home opportunities after 90 days.

Qualifications

• 6 years’ experience specifically with transmission line design.
• Solid knowledge of NESC, IEEE, ASCE 7 and AISC.
• Familiarity with design techniques and tools for project deliverables.
• Solid knowledge of PLS‑CADD, PLS‑POLE, and foundation design software such as MFAD, L‑Pile or similar.
• Familiarity with NESC, IEEE, ASCE 7 and AISC.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design transmission lines from 69 kV to 765 kV using PLS-CADD.
• Collaborate with clients to identify project needs and materials.
• Coordinate design teams for project deliverables.
• Client Support & Construction Assistance: Provide clients with engineering assistance during construction and attend construction meetings and coordination efforts.
• Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as required #LI-MB1.

Skills

Transmission line design

PLS-CADD

Collaboration

Communication skills

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

EIT Certification

Tools

PLS-POLE

MFAD

L-Pile

L‑Pile

Job description

Due to continued growth, our Power Delivery group is seeking to hire several Senior Level Transmission Line Engineer(s). Take the lead on cutting‑edge projects, designing high‑voltage transmission lines (69 kV to 765 kV), collaborating with clients and vendors to craft innovative solutions, and ensuring seamless project execution. This position is a hybrid position with office and work‑from‑home availability each week, after the first 90 days of employment.

• Spring, TX (Suburb of Houston)
• Dallas, TX
• Ft Worth, TX
• Kennewick, WA
• Remote may be available depending on location

Responsibilities

A typical day as a Transmission Line Engineer is filled with innovation and collaboration–whether you’re working with clients to shape advanced designs, optimizing routes and materials for maximum efficiency, or using PLS‑CADD to create precise models that bring your vision to life. You’ll lead dynamic teams, explore new solutions with vendors, and provide invaluable support during construction, ensuring project success from start to finish.

• Transmission Line Design: Design transmission lines from 69 kV to 765 kV. Utilize PLS‑CADD to develop, review and check transmission line models, conductor sags, plan, and profile drawings, and verify right‑of‑way requirements.
• Collaboration & Strategy: Strategize and meet with peers and clients to determine specific project needs and requirements such as conductor selection, pole utilization, and route optimization. Work with vendors to identify potential materials, equipment, and new design solutions to solve dynamic client requirements.
• Team Coordination & Project Deliverables: Coordinate small design teams as needed to prepare scoping documents, design criteria, and project deliverables.
• Client Support & Construction Assistance: Provide clients with engineering assistance during construction, and be available to attend construction meetings, coordination efforts, and community outreach as needed.
• Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as required #LI-MB1.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• EIT Certification preferred.
• Typically requires 6 years’ experience specifically with transmission line design.
• Solid knowledge of PLS‑CADD, PLS‑POLE, and foundation design software such as MFAD, L‑Pile or similar.
• Familiarity and working knowledge of appropriate design techniques, tools, and software involved in the production of project deliverables including plan and profile drawings, structure utilization reports, and material coordination.
• Solid knowledge of NESC, IEEE, ASCE 7 and AISC.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required.

Additional Information

ENERCON Services, Inc. (ENERCON) is powered by people who make a difference. We offer rewarding careers in a culture built on excellence, innovation, and growth.

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When salary range is listed it reflects typical compensation for this role based on level and location. Actual pay depends on experience, skills, and education.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1‑B or any other work visa petitions. Employment is contingent upon passing pre‑employment and random drug/alcohol screenings, background checks, and annual motor vehicle record reviews per company and client policies.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.