Senior Transmission Line Engineer - Remote Leader in Design

ICF; Ponce (PR); On-site; USD 89,222 - 183,531; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Professional development

Retirement Plan

Well-Being Program

Family Support

Job summary

ICF's Power Delivery team seeks a Senior Transmission Line Engineer to lead complex line design and analysis for utility projects, mentoring engineers and ensuring high‑quality deliverables from conceptual design through final construction.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in transmission line engineering, PLS‑CADD proficiency, and strong client collaboration. This fully remote Puerto Rico role offers professional development and impactful grid projects.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, or Power Engineering (or related field).
• 5+ years of transmission line engineering experience (design, analysis, modeling, or similar).
• 5+ years of experience with an electric utility, EPC, or engineering consulting firm.
• 5+ years of experience working in PLS-CADD.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee complex transmission line designs from conceptual engineering through final design, including EFM, conductor sizing, induction, impedance, losses, and voltage drop analysis.
• Provide senior‑level technical expertise and direction to design staff, ensuring technical accuracy, best practices, and industry‑leading design solutions.
• Perform key engineering studies such as conductor economic evaluations, lightning performance, grounding calculations, and electrical clearance determinations per NESC and applicable standards.
• Interpret and apply regulatory requirements including NERC, FERC, and regional standards, and ensure compliance across project deliverables.
• Prepare and review technical documentation such as specifications, data sheets, RFQs, bid evaluations, vendor drawings, and purchase recommendations.
• Collaborate with project managers on scopes, schedules, budgets, staffing plans, construction support, and change order management.
• Perform and review QA/QC for engineering deliverables, production drawings, CAD outputs, and construction administration activities, resolving design‑related field issues.
• Conduct and lead field inspections, measurements, calculations, and installation reviews for both public and private clients.
• Develop and present technical reports, support marketing and business development efforts, and build strong relationships with clients and contractors.
• Provide mentorship, leadership, and guidance to less experienced engineers, ensuring effective cross‑discipline communication and adherence to company safety, quality, and performance standards.

Skills

Transmission line engineering

PLS-CADD

Team leadership

Mentorship

Regulatory interpretation

Education

B.S. in Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, or Power Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

Job description

ICF's Power Delivery team seeks a Senior Transmission Line Engineer to lead complex line design and analysis for utility projects, mentoring engineers and ensuring high‑quality deliverables from conceptual design through final construction.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in transmission line engineering, PLS‑CADD proficiency, and strong client collaboration. This fully remote Puerto Rico role offers professional development and impactful grid projects.