Transmission Line Engineer

TechServ Engineering; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

9 Paid Company Holidays

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting company is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer in Tyler, Texas. The ideal candidate will design high voltage electrical transmission lines using proprietary CAD software and ensure compliance with industry standards. Applicants should have at least 5 years of experience in the utilities sector, a relevant engineering degree, and advanced communication skills. The role offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the utilities sector.
• 5+ years of experience with PLS CADD or similar programs.
• Completed FE or EIT certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create cost-effective designs for high voltage electrical transmission lines.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates as per client requests.
• Maintain professionalism in all interactions.

Skills

Advanced communication skills

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office

Experience with PLS CADD

Eligibility to work in the USA

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s degree in relevant field (preferred)

Tools

PLS CADD

CAD software

Job description

About Us

TechServ has been providing the highest quality consulting and engineering services to the electric utility and telecommunications industry since 1992. We are a rapidly growing, progressive company dedicated to hiring and developing a highly skilled, diverse, engaged workforce to meet and exceed our clients' needs. TechServ offers a competitive benefits package including health, vision, and dental benefits, 401K, training and development opportunities, and paid time off.

Position Overview

Under general supervision, the Transmission Line Engineer is primarily responsible for using proprietary CAD software to design overhead and underground transmission lines, ensuring that all industry regulations and client standards are followed. In this role, you will be required to identify scope of work details, develop cost estimates with limited available details, analyze design factors such as line clearances, incorporate changes from as‑built documentation, and more.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Create cost-effective designs for high voltage electrical transmission lines [69kV to 765kV]
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and other deliverables, per client requests
• Maintain a high degree of professionalism in all interactions – with peers, supervisors, clients, vendors, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree (required) or Master’s (preferred) in civil engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or other relevant STEM field.
• 5+ years of experience in the utilities sector.
• 5+ years of experience with PLS CADD or similar program(s).
• Advanced communication skills (verbal and written).
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office tools suite, especially Excel.
• Completed FE or EIT certification strongly preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Eligibility to work in the United States of America.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Prolonged sitting and standing are required.
• Occasional need to lift, pull, carry and push items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and company and client needs.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance offered.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off.
• 9 Paid Company Holidays.