Transmission Line Engineer

KOSMOS GROUP LLC; Diamond Bar (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Kosmos Group LLC in Los Angeles is seeking an entry-level Transmission Line Engineer to support our Transmission & Distribution practice in a hybrid role. The position requires three days in the office and two days from home.

Responsibilities include routing and design of lines using PLS tools, modeling lines, and assisting with design criteria and materials procurement. Strong communication and math skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Internship related to engineering.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to travel domestically for project support.

Responsibilities

• Route and design transmission/distribution lines using PLS-CADD.
• Model existing lines and poles with PLS-CADD/PLS-Pole.
• Perform conductor selection, loading, sag and clearance calculations.
• Assist with design criteria, basis, specs and procurement of materials.
• Develop project estimates and perform quality control reviews.
• Create construction documents and plan/profile drawings.
• Respond to RFIs and design inquiries.
• Maintain project documentation and adherence to design practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Master’s degree

EIT certification

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-Pole

Power Line Systems

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an entry level Transmission Line Engineer to support our Transmission & Distribution practice in the Los Angeles office. This hybrid role requires working 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.

Responsibilities

• Routing and design of Transmission/Distribution lines using Power Line Systems software, PLS-CADD
• Modeling and analyzing existing lines and poles with PLS-CADD and PLS-Pole
• Performing engineering calculations related to conductor selection, structure loading, line sag and tension, and clearances
• Assisting the Engineer of Record in developing design criteria/basis and specifications for line design and procurement of materials
• Developing project estimates and performing quality control reviews
• Assisting with construction documents including plan and profile drawings, structure loading trees, foundation and assembly drawings
• Responding to design requests, RFIs, and construction‑related technical inquiries
• Maintaining accurate project documentation and records
• Ensuring adherence to company design practices for assigned projects and work performed
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program
• Previous internship related to engineering
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Excel)
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem‑solving environment and demonstrate critical thinking skills
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem‑solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to travel domestically as needed for project support

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct project work experience with Power Line System based programs (i.e., PLS, PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, etc.)
• An Engineering in Training (EIT) certification
• A Master’s degree

Salary

For California only, this position's base salary range is roughly $90,000.00 – $105,000.00, depending on experience, skills, and credentials.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Equal Opportunity

Kosmos Group is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.