Transmission Engineer - HV Line Design & PLS-CADD

Planet Group; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Group is seeking a Transmission Engineer to design high and extra-high voltage transmission lines (69-500kV) using PLS-CADD, prepare construction documents, and provide field support during construction. The role involves building strong client relationships and guiding junior staff on complex projects.

The ideal candidate has ABET-accredited engineering degrees, 3+ years of transmission experience, and strong communication skills. Occasional travel to project sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related ABET-accredited program with 3 years of transmission engineering experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or related Engineering Technology with FE exam and 3 years of transmission engineering experience.
• Master's Degree in Civil Engineering with 2 years of transmission engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of standard civil/structural engineering techniques and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Design of high and extra-high voltage (69-500kV) transmission lines using PLS-CADD.
• Prepare construction documents, including plan and profile drawings, structure loading trees, and foundation assembly drawings.
• Prepare specifications and project design criteria.
• Provide field support during construction.
• Build and maintain client relationships and provide technical leadership to staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Computer skills

AutoCAD

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

FE exam passed

Master's in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

BIM (Revit)

Civil 3D

PLS

PLS-CADD

RISA-3D

MathCAD

Job description

Planet Group is seeking a Transmission Engineer to design high and extra-high voltage transmission lines (69-500kV) using PLS-CADD, prepare construction documents, and provide field support during construction. The role involves building strong client relationships and guiding junior staff on complex projects.

The ideal candidate has ABET-accredited engineering degrees, 3+ years of transmission experience, and strong communication skills. Occasional travel to project sites is expected.