Transmission Line Design Engineer: Grid Reliability

AES Corporation; Ben Davis (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AES Indiana is actively seeking a Transmission Line Design Engineer to support engineering, design, and construction of transmission line infrastructure across the electric system. You will gain hands-on experience in line routing, structural design, LIDAR data analysis, right-of-way coordination, and system reliability initiatives.

Collaborate with engineering, operations, project management, and field teams to plan, design, and implement projects while supporting storm restoration and outages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to engineers, field personnel, and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across multiple departments, including Project Management, System Operations, T&D Planning, Accounting, Testing, and Substation Services.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to research, evaluate, and present technical recommendations supported by data and engineering principles.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned engineering tasks while developing technical, planning, and project management skills.
• Complete engineering calculations and analyses related to transmission line structures and support systems.
• Support the planning, design, and construction management of transmission line projects.
• Assist with root cause analyses of transmission line failures and develop recommendations to improve system reliability.
• Apply AES Indiana engineering standards, industry practices, and utility regulations under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and industry organizations to expand technical expertise.
• Assist in maintaining transmission design standards, specifications, and engineering databases.
• Support storm response activities and system restoration efforts for transmission lines and substation feeders.
• Collaborate with suppliers to procure transmission line structures, materials, and equipment.
• Work closely with T&D Planning to implement transmission system improvement projects.
• Coordinate with contractors, construction crews, and maintenance personnel to provide field engineering support.
• Provide project performance updates, including labor forecasts, budget tracking, and cost reporting.
• Support Purchasing with vendor evaluations, qualifications, and procurement recommendations.
• Assist Property Accounting with project closeout activities and property unit classifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

AES Indiana is actively seeking a Transmission Line Design Engineer to support engineering, design, and construction of transmission line infrastructure across the electric system. You will gain hands-on experience in line routing, structural design, LIDAR data analysis, right-of-way coordination, and system reliability initiatives.

Collaborate with engineering, operations, project management, and field teams to plan, design, and implement projects while supporting storm restoration and outages.