Transmission Line Engineer

GAI Consultants, Inc.

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

Remote

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Wellness resources

Job summary

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Transmission Engineer to lead power delivery projects, with hybrid/remote work options from Homestead, PA. The role emphasizes design review, technical leadership, and mentorship across a project portfolio in the Transmission & Distribution Division.

The candidate should have a PE license, ABET-accredited engineering degree (Civil or Electrical), and 6+ years in transmission line design, with experience in PLS software and external client engagement.

Qualifications

ABET-accredited engineering degree required; Civil or Electrical preferred.
PE license required.

Responsibilities

Review and prepare Specification Packages.
Review and prepare Structural and Fabrication Drawings.
Designs and analyzes Transmission Lines using PLS tools as applicable.
Analyze foundations and structural components for code compliance.
Perform electrical clearance checks and calculations.
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to engineers and designers.
Direct project management across multiple projects, maintaining scope and budget.

Skills

Transmission line design

Project leadership

Mentoring junior staff

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree (Civil or Electrical)

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

PLS-TOWER

FAD Tools

Job description

GAI is seeking an Engineer to join our Power Delivery team working remotely based in Homestead, PA. Required skills include transmission line design experience, critical thinking, problem solving, organization, team-focus with the ability to supervise & mentor junior staff, and eagerness to apply learned engineering principles to solve real life problems. We value work-life balance and offer flexibility – this position can be performed in a hybrid or fully remote capacity.

The Transmission Engineer is responsible for technical leadership and the successful review of client transmission line designs while maintaining the scope, schedule, budget, and quality of projects within GAI’s Transmission & Distribution Division. This individual should be technically focused and a strong leader with developed technical, communication, and computer skills.

Competency

Knowledge of electric utility transmission line engineering and design.

Job Responsibilities

Complete day-to-day project tasks as required for successful project delivery. Tasks may include:
Review and preparation of Specification Packages
Review and preparation of Structural and Fabrication Drawings
Review, design and Analysis of Transmission Lines using PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-Tower is a bonus
Review, design and Analysis of foundations.
Analysis of existing and proposed structures with regard to Client and Other required codes, standards, and specifications.
Performance of Electrical Clearance checks and calculations.
Apply engineering principles to assist in the design of Power Delivery Projects.
Must demonstrate attention to detail.
Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Perform complex tasks typically following established processes.
Implements effective engineering methods, provides technical guidance, and acts as a resource for engineers and designers.
Directly manages projects with no limit to the number or value of individual projects managed.

Education and Training

Bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited college or university in engineering is required. Preferred a degree in Civil, or Electrical engineering.
PE Required.
Comprehensive knowledge of transmission line design concepts and principles.
Demonstrated track record of external customer engagements and building and maintaining successful client relationships.
6+ years of experience in transmission line design.
Required experience with PLS suite (PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE).
Preferred experience with PLS-TOWER and FAD Tools.

Physical Requirements

Ability to work indoors in professional office settings.
Ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer-based tasks.
Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling office equipment.
Visual acuity to read printed materials, digital screens, detailed documents, and perform detailed work.
Occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching within the office environment. Ability to move between workstations and attend in-person meetings.
Ability to lift and carry office materials or equipment weighing up to 10-20 pounds, with or without assistance.
Adequate hearing to participate in conversations, phone calls, and virtual meetings.
Ability to travel for meetings, training, or business purposes.

General Characteristics

Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria
Acquires general knowledge of principles and practices of related fields, and ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
Applies leadership and teamwork skills to effectively plan, execute, and manage scopes, schedules, and budgets to meet project stakeholder needs.

Technical Responsibilities

Designs a complete project, system, component, or process.
Prepares complete plans, specifications, and other project documents.
Designs and conducts analyses and interprets test data.
Begins to develop and reviews complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance.

Project and Task Management

Assigns tasks to other technical and non-technical staff.
Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work.
Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects or projects.

Management Responsibility

Receives general direction on key objectives.
Receives guidance on unconventional/complex problems, direction on modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria.
Mentors junior staff by providing guidance, explaining professional responsibilities, and reviewing work products.
Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments.

Communication Skills

Communicates effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences.

Why GAI?

GAI offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact in communities nationwide. You’ll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary firm bringing together engineering, planning, and environmental expertise to deliver projects across transportation, infrastructure, power, and energy markets. Working alongside accomplished colleagues, you’ll help move projects from vision through construction, creating solutions that keep people moving, power essential systems, and support responsible development.

At GAI, you’ll work in a team-driven environment grounded in integrity, respect, and shared success, with the flexibility, resources, and career support that reflect a real and lasting commitment to our people. That commitment includes comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and employee discounts. With opportunities across the U.S., GAI offers the collaboration and client focus of regional teams, supported by the stability, resources, and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

Competitive Pay & Recognition