Transmission Line Engineer

Leidos; Saint Paul (MN); Remote; USD 59,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in the United States is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer to join a dynamic team addressing electric transmission challenges. The role emphasizes hands-on design work, strong collaboration with clients and project teams, and delivering robust engineering solutions.

The candidate should hold a Bachelor's or Master's in Civil/Structural/Electrical/Mechanical engineering, have experience with PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE, and be comfortable traveling or working in a client office as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's or Master's in Civil/Structural/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with electric utility transmission design.

Responsibilities

• Work as a member of a dynamic team on electric transmission projects.
• Collaborate with clients and project teams; communicate effectively.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

Job description

We are seeking a Transmission Line Engineer who will work as a member of a dynamic team working in a fast paced environment, solving challenging problems involved with electric transmission.

Work Location:

Ideally, candidate will reside in either Colorado or Minnesota to work a remotely but all qualified candidates residing in the U.S. will be considered.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering
• Experience using PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE
• 2+ years of relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems with a Bachelor's, or 1+ years experience with a Master's degree
• Work effectively in team environment; can also work independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with clients and project teams
• Work in client office is a possibility and/or periodic travel may be required

Desired Experience:

• Experience with TOWER is a plus
• EIT or PE certification is desirable
• Experience with LPILE or FAD, Mathcad, AutoCAD or MicroStation, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a plus

No two career paths will ever look the same. At Leidos, we know the most talented and diverse engineering professionals will always have a multitude of career choices; your time at Leidos will be a wise investment in your career and in yourself.

Protect yourself and your family, with the benefits of working for a world-class employer. When you join Leidos, you join a Fortune 500 company and one of Ethisphere Institute’s “World's Most Ethical Companies”.

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Original Posting:

February 27, 2026

Pay Range:

Pay Range $59,150.00 - $106,925.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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