Sr. Transmission Engineer

Kimley-Horn; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan through company match

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid time off and flexible scheduling

Financial wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

Kimley-Horn in Pasadena, CA is seeking a Sr. Transmission Engineer to join our Power Delivery team in office.

You will lead technical work on transmission and distribution projects, mentor junior staff, and develop client relationships with utilities and developers.

The role emphasizes project delivery, compliance with industry standards, and business development through proposals and scoping for contracts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or related engineering.
• 8+ years of experience in Power Delivery.
• P.E. license preferred.
• Proven business development, including proposals and client networks.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Entrepreneurial, results-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Power Delivery practice and mentor staff.
• Direct technical work for Power Delivery projects (transmission and distribution design).
• Ensure design compliance with NESC, IEEE, NERC, GO and local standards.
• Prepare technical deliverables and reports.
• Pursue new project opportunities and prepare proposals.
• Manage projects for profitability and resource efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Business development

Project management

Client relationships

Education

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

Master’s degree preferred

California Professional Engineer license preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

PLS-CADD Design Suite

MFAD

CAISSON

SAG10

LPile

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Sr. Transmission Engineer to help expand our Power Delivery team in Pasadena, CA. This role provides an exciting opportunity for a driven and entrepreneurial professional to support a practice focused on Transmission and Distribution. The successful candidate will possess strong technical expertise and will guide initiatives from project inception through delivery. This position is in-office/in-person.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Growth:

• Support the growth in our Power Delivery practice.
• Serve as a mentor and leader to develop junior staff and create a positive and collaborative work culture.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, including local utility companies, developers, and industry stakeholders.
• Support the firm’s mission of operating with integrity, honesty, and sound business principles.

Technical and Project Management:

• Direct and oversee technical work for Power Delivery projects, including:
• Transmission and Distribution Design (Overhead and Underground)
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, such as NESC, IEEE, NERC, GO, and local utility standards.
• Lead the preparation of technical deliverables, such as engineering plans, specifications, and reports.
• Assist with permitting and coordinating with regulators for timely project approvals.
• Use technical tools such as AutoCAD, PLS-CADD Design Suite, MFAD, CAISSON, SAG10, LPile for design and analysis.

Business Development:

• Identify and pursue project opportunities and proposals for Power Delivery contracts, including design-build, design bid build, EPC and public-private partnerships.
• Prepare winning proposals, scopes of work, schedules, and budgets.
• Establish and expand new client relationships while maintaining exceptional service with existing ones.

Operational Excellence:

• Manage projects profitably and ensure efficient use of resources and staffing.
• Oversee and enforce quality control practices to exceed client expectations.
• Effectively coordinate with internal interdisciplinary teams to deliver seamless solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or related Engineering field (Master’s preferred).
• California Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred.
• A minimum of 8+ years of experience in Power Delivery (transmission, substation, power studies/design, or related fields).
• Demonstrated business development experience, including proposal writing and building strong client networks.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to lead project teams, engage stakeholders, and represent the firm positively.
• Experience in mentoring and managing other professionals, with a proven ability to build high-performing teams.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a results-oriented approach to growing a practice.

Salary Range:$145,000 to $170,000

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.