Senior Transmission Line Engineer (Remote)

Ulteig Engineers, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 142,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Workplace

Employee Ownership

Competitive Pay

Collaborative Environment

Job summary

Ulteig Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Senior Engineer to join our Transmission Line team. The role focuses on the design of high voltage transmission lines (69kV–500kV) using PLS-CADD and is open to remote work from any location.

You will lead complex design tasks, coordinate with multi-discipline teams, develop construction documents, estimate costs, and mentor junior engineers while delivering clear client communications and robust technical solutions.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required
• Minimum 10 years engineering experience, 8 years in transmission line
• PE license required
• Experience with high voltage transmission line design
• Proficiency in PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE preferred
• Experience with AutoCAD and MFAD/LPILE preferred
• Ability to work independently and mentor others
• US work authorization required

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multi-discipline teams and define project scope
• Develop construction documents for transmission lines
• Prepare design criteria, plan and profile drawings, and structure drawings
• Coordinate design aspects, estimate construction costs, specify materials
• Serve as client contact and ensure project success

Skills

PE license

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

AutoCAD

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

AutoCAD

MFAD/LPILE

Job description

Job Category: Engineering - Structural

Requisition Number: SENIO004961

• Posted : September 14, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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US - Remote
United States

Description

The Opportunity

Ulteig is currently seeking talented and motivated Senior Engineer level candidates to join our Transmission Line team. This position is responsible for the design of High Voltage (69kV-500kV) transmission lines utilizing the PLS-CADD software. This position is open to sit in any location or remote.

What You’ll Do

The ideal candidate has excellent problem solving skills; uses advanced techniques, theory, precepts and practices to complete complex project assignments. They will adapt and modify standard techniques to solve multifaceted problems and provide expert consultation for the design, development and implementation of technical plans and systems used in the construction of high voltage transmission lines. Responsibilities include: facilitating collaboration between other disciplines and project team members; acting as client contact to determine the project scope and understand their requirements; development of construction documents for the transmission line. Final deliverables will include project design criteria, plan and profile drawings, structure framing and loading drawings, assembly drawings, structure foundation drawings and construction specifications. The engineer will coordinate specific design aspects of projects, estimating construction costs, and specify materials.

What We Expect from You

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited school
• Minimum of 10 years’ engineering experience is required, 8 years of Transmission Line Engineering or related experience required
• PE license required
• Proficiency in PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE preferred
• Previous experience working with or for a Utility is highly preferred
• Independently completes assigned tasks
• Actively manages individual workload
• Effectively assists in training and mentoring team members
• Responsible for reviewing project drawings, calculations & specifications
• Demonstrate wide degree of creativity and latitude
• Collaborate with multi-discipline team to ensure project success
• Must be analytical, self-motivated, and possess the ability to work in a team environment and a variety of situations while maintaining a positive, enthusiastic attitude
• Excellent presentation and verbal/written communications skills
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, clients and external agencies
• Proven experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access) and AutoCAD is preferred
• Proficiency in MFAD/LPILE is preferred
• Highly driven toward team success and professional growth
• Ability and drive to mentor less experienced engineers
• Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the US

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose driven organization that has built a culture focused on people – both our clients and our employees –for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our team members:

• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Collaborative Environment

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world’s critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors® , including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America’s essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.

At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.

Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace

ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE

Additional Opportunity Details:
Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $141,800 - $184,400
* Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

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