Transmission Design Engineer II – 69kV–765kV Projects

Saber Power, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Saber Power Services, based in Houston, TX, seeks an Engineer II – Transmission to support the design and analysis of high-voltage transmission projects from 69kV to 765kV. You will perform calculations, develop plans, and coordinate across multidisciplinary teams through design to construction.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience, an EIT certification (PE preferred), and proficiency with PLS tools and CAD software. Join a firm delivering end-to-end electrical infrastructure solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field from ABET-accredited university.
• 3–5 years of transmission line engineering experience.
• EIT certification required or ability to obtain shortly after hire.
• Progress toward PE licensure preferred.
• Experience with 69kV–765kV transmission levels.
• Knowledge of NESC, ASCE Manual 74, ASCE 10, IEEE standards, and utility design practices.
• Experience with PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, PLS-TOWER, TOWER or similar programs.
• AutoCAD, MicroStation or other CAD software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering design for overhead and underground transmission line projects from 69kV through 765kV.
• Prepare engineering calculations: structure loading, conductor selection, line ratings, sag and tension.
• Develop transmission line plans, profiles, staking sheets, and construction packages.
• Conduct routing studies and evaluate design alternatives considering environment and constructability.
• Coordinate with structural, civil, geotechnical, survey, environmental, and permitting teams.
• Review vendor drawings, calculations, specs, and construction documents.
• Prepare engineering reports, memos, design summaries, and project docs.
• Support construction estimates, material takeoffs, and schedules.
• Participate in internal design reviews and QA/QC processes.
• Assist field activities, site visits, and engineering evaluations during installation.
• Mentor Engineer I personnel, designers, and drafters with guidance.
• Stay current with industry standards and emerging transmission technologies.

Skills

Transmission design

Engineering calculations

Coordination

QA/QC

Communication

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

ABET-accredited degree in Civil/Electrical/Structural Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

PLS-TOWER

TOWER

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Saber Power Services, based in Houston, TX, seeks an Engineer II – Transmission to support the design and analysis of high-voltage transmission projects from 69kV to 765kV. You will perform calculations, develop plans, and coordinate across multidisciplinary teams through design to construction.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience, an EIT certification (PE preferred), and proficiency with PLS tools and CAD software. Join a firm delivering end-to-end electrical infrastructure solutions.