Senior Transmission Line Engineer (Southeast) - Remote

WSP in the U.S.; Fort Mill (SC); Hybrid; USD 125,900 - 214,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement savings

Paid vacation and parental leave

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is looking for a Senior Transmission Line Engineer to join their Power Delivery Team. This position allows for flexible work arrangements, combining remote and office work. The ideal candidate will lead high-voltage transmission projects and contribute to impactful engineering solutions while ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 10 years of experience in the electrical transmission field, holding a Professional Engineer (PE) license. The role entails project management and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant post-education experience in electrical transmission.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Strong command of English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for high-voltage projects.
• Lead project teams and coordinate project deliverables.
• Support recruitment efforts and business planning.

Skills

Electrical transmission design

Project management

Strong communication

Workplace safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

Microsoft Office

ArcGIS

AutoCAD/MicroStation

Job description

Job Description

WSP is seeking a Senior Transmission Line Engineer to join our Power Delivery Team. This position offers flexible work arrangements, with the option to work remotely or from one of our offices across the Southeast region. Preferred locations include Indian Land, SC; Charlotte, NC; Orlando, FL; Birmingham, AL; Richmond, VA; Atlanta, GA.

Join a growing organization where you will contribute to impactful projects, support our clients’ goals, and help solve complex engineering challenges.

This Opportunity

Provides technical leadership and guidance for the planning, design, and delivery of high‑voltage overhead transmission line projects. Tasks may include research, design, concept development, planning, client interactions, business and proposal development, construction support, and staff mentorship. Supports project development through disciplined engineering practices, coordination across multidisciplinary teams, and adherence to established quality and safety standards. Ensure responsibilities are executed with a level of technical excellence, clarity, and functional performance that meets or exceeds industry expectations.

Your Impact

Project Engineering Leadership

Lead and execute the engineering of transmission projects up to 765 kV. Lead and/or support the initial project execution layout to ensure an efficient and effective project plan has been established. Responsible for creating and maintaining a project schedule. Conduct weekly or bi‑weekly project meetings to outline upcoming deliverables and tasks. Coordinate with clients on project status and support project meetings as necessary. Maintain project workflow and thorough communication across multi‑disciplinary projects. Forecast upcoming project requirements to assist in resource planning. Facilitate and adhere to WSP’s QA/QC procedures. Participate in industry conferences to improve professional growth. Demonstrate transmission line design expertise pertaining to PLS‑CADD, structure staking, foundations, assembly drawings, structure loading, material procurement, construction specifications, construction methods, construction estimates, and construction support. Lead project teams of varying sizes. Travel to client offices/field/vendor facilities as needed.

Project Manager (PM) Support

Support the Project Manager with project status reports. Work with PMs to develop scope, schedule, and budget for new projects. Identify out‑of‑scope items and support work scope variances. Provide weekly or bi‑weekly project updates and project forecasting. Lead and/or support the PM with meetings with clients, both in person and remotely. Develop client relationships, allowing WSP to position ourselves to win future work.

Department Support

Support resource forecasting. Support recruitment efforts. Provide business improvement methodologies and procedures. Support staff performance and technical development with department leadership. Contribute to business planning efforts. Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

10+ years of relevant post‑education experience in the electrical transmission industry providing design deliverables for capital projects in power generation, transmission, and distribution at a utility, industrial, or commercial scale.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or closely related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years of relevant post‑education experience in engineering and civil design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required (multi‑state preferred).
• Understanding of the NESC, RUS, and/or GO‑95.
• Strong understanding of transmission line fundamentals and PLS‑CADD operation.
• The candidate must have a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills.
• Experience using the Microsoft Office software suite.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Field program planning, management, and execution.
• Subcontractor management.
• Cost estimating and scheduling.
• Field experience.
• MBA degree from an accredited university.
• Involvement in technical societies (IEEE, CIGRE, ASCE).
• Experience using ArcGIS, AutoCAD/MicroStation, Foundation Design Software (FAD Tools, SHAFT, LPILE).
• POLE and TOWER experience.

Compensation and Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Expected Salary for the Richmond, Virginia Area: $125,900–$214,100.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.