Transmission Engineer

LineWorks Engineering; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance available

Employee Annual Incentive Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid holidays

401(k) employer matching

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Disability insurance and life coverage

Tuition reimbursement and licensure

Referral program

Gym membership (Tampa office)

Job summary

LineWorks Engineering is seeking an experienced Transmission Engineer to support the transmission structural team in design and installation of overhead electric transmission lines. The role includes leading design efforts, mentoring juniors, and coordinating with utility clients using industry-standard software such as PLS-CADD and AutoCAD.

The candidate will work closely with LineWorks' transmission team to deliver detailed engineering and construction design packages, while applying

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• EIT certificate preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of transmission line design experience in electric utility.
• Proficient in design of transmission foundations.
• Familiar with NESC, ASCE, IEEE, and ACI codes.
• Proficient in PLS-CADD, PLS Pole, AutoCAD, MS Office.
• Ability to apply engineering principles to solve complex problems.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Willing to travel for on-site work with occasional overnight travel.
• Pre-employment drug screening, background check, and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Design overhead transmission lines utilizing PLS-CADD.
• Support development and review of transmission design drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure clear communication to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Stay current with industry standards, regulations, and best practices for transmission design.
• Collaborate with other engineers, clients, and contractors to achieve project goals.
• Assist in preparing progress reports, compliance documentation, and record-keeping of drawings and documents.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Relocation assistance available and sign-on bonus as applicable.
• PTO, holidays, and benefits coordination with project timelines.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Engineering Principles

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS Pole

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join LineWorks Engineering — a mid-sized power delivery firm with offices in Tampa, Atlanta, and Birmingham. We design the systems that power our communities, from transmission and substations to distribution and lighting. As a growing mid-size firm, we offer the best of both worlds — the stability and resources of larger organizations, paired with the flexibility, autonomy, and visibility you only find in a close-knit environment.

We are seeking a experienced Transmission Engineer to support our growing Transmission structural team. This role will work closely with Lineworks Engineering’s transmission team and our utility clients on the design and installation of overhead electric transmission lines. The Transmission Engineer will utilize industry-standard, in-house, and client-based software applications to develop detailed engineering and construction design packages.

In addition to technical expertise, this position will provide leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and designers, contribute to project planning and quality assurance, and serve as a primary point of contact for client coordination and communication. A minimum of 3 years of direct experience in the design of high-voltage overhead transmission lines is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program
• Engineer in Training Certificate (EIT) preferred, but not required
• Minimum 3 years of transmission line design experience in the electric utility industry
• Proficient in design of transmission foundations
• Extensive experience with design codes and industry standards, including: NESC, ASCE, IEEE, and ACI
• Proficient in the following industry software: PLS-CADD, PLS Pole, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to apply engineering principles to solve complex technical problems
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Willing to travel for on-site work responsibilities involving occasional overnight travel to locations for meetings with clients, vendors, and equipment suppliers
• Pre-employment drug screening, background check and valid drivers license

Key Responsibilities

• Design overhead transmission lines utilizing PLS-CADD
• Support the development and review of transmission design drawings, specifications, and construction documents
• Sustain strong relationships with LineWorks' clients and contractors, ensuring clear communication to achieve client satisfaction, adhere to deadlines, and stay within budget.
• Stay up-to-date with industry standards, regulations, and best practices for transmission line design
• Collaborate with other engineers, clients, and contractors to ensure project goals are met
• Assist in the preparation of progress reports, compliance documentation, and record-keeping of transmission technical documents and drawings
• Mentor Junior engineers and provide technical guidance
• Competitive sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance available
• Employee Annual Incentive Plan availability
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) employer matching (no waiting period)
• Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage (no waiting period)
• Disability insurance and group term life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and professional licensure reimbursement
• Referral program
• Gym membership (Tampa office)

Take the next step in your Transmission design and leadership career with a team that values your expertise and invests in your growth.