Senior Transmission Line Engineering Manager (Hybrid/Remote)

Leidos; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Manager of Transmission Line Engineer to lead a dynamic team on high voltage transmission projects, applying standards such as NESC, ASCE, NEC from 34.5 kV to 765 kV. You will develop plans, specs, and procurement documents while mentoring staff.

The role combines engineering leadership with client relations, proposal development, and project management in a hybrid Chicago office with potential remote work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering with 12+ years of relevant experience in high voltage electric utility transmission design.
• Professional Engineering Registration in at least one U.S. state or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of engineers in high voltage transmission line design projects.
• Prepare bidding documents, plans, specifications, material procurement and construction documents.
• Manage client relations, proposals, scope creation, and project management.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Civil engineering

High voltage transmission

Education

Bachelor's in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

POLE

TOWER

SAG10

LPILE

FAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Manager of Transmission Line Engineer to lead a dynamic team on high voltage transmission projects, applying standards such as NESC, ASCE, NEC from 34.5 kV to 765 kV. You will develop plans, specs, and procurement documents while mentoring staff.

The role combines engineering leadership with client relations, proposal development, and project management in a hybrid Chicago office with potential remote work.