Transmission Line Engineer

Via Logic LLC; Walled Lake (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive compensation

Benefits including work/life balance

Job summary

An engineering solutions firm is seeking Transmission Line Engineers for various levels to provide critical design and engineering tasks for high-voltage transmission systems. Candidates will work in a hybrid environment and must have relevant experience in electric utility transmission system design. The firm offers strong career development opportunities and fosters a culture of collaboration and community impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience for mid-level roles; 4 years for senior-level roles.
• Experience with electric utility transmission systems design.
• EIT or PE certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Execute design and engineering tasks for high-voltage transmission lines.
• Prepare and review technical drawings and specifications.
• Perform engineering analyses including PLS-CADD modeling.

Skills

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Mathcad

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

GIS

LPILE/FAD

Job description

Description

We are seeking Transmission Line Engineers (multiple levels) who will work as members of a dynamic team working in a fast‑paced environment, solving challenging problems involved with electric transmission.

Successful candidates will serve as key contributors on electric transmission line design projects for high‑voltage overhead and underground systems for some of the largest utilities in the country. These employees will apply established NESC, ASCE, ACI, and other applicable standards in the engineering and design of electrical overhead and underground systems, voltage conversion projects, new capacity projects, and infrastructure replacement projects.

Additionally, they will perform engineering analyses, prepare bidding documents, draft plans and specifications, and prepare material procurement and construction documents. Engineers at this level will focus on independent execution of technical tasks using tools like PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE and will contribute to the quality control process. This will involve working with a multi‑person Leidos team and supporting clients, project planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management personnel.

Work Locations

Ideal candidates will be located in Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, & New Jersey working a hybrid schedule. Fully REMOTE positions are available for qualified candidates. Relocation assistance will be provided to those able to relocate within a commutable distance to Walled Lake, MI or Cranberry Township, PA.

The Challenge

• Execute technical design and engineering tasks related to high‑voltage transmission lines, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and standards.
• Prepare and review technical drawings, specifications, and calculations under the guidance of Lead Engineers or Project Managers.
• Perform engineering analyses, including PLS-CADD modeling and structure loading calculations.
• Contribute to the team's continuous improvement goals by learning and applying new technical tools, AI, and automation platforms.
• Actively communicate and coordinate project progress with the Project Manager (PM) to ensure awareness of and adherence to project schedule and budget. (This directly incorporates your PM/Schedule change.)
• Maintain strong technical proficiency in industry‑standard software and Leidos design processes.

Required Education & Experience

• Mid-level: Bachelor’s in Civil, preferred, or Mechanical Engineering with two plus (2+) years of relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems.
• Senior-Level: Bachelor’s in Civil, preferred, or Mechanical Engineering with four plus (4+) years of relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems.

Both roles require

• Experience using PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE.
• Work effectively in team environment; can also work independently.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication abilities, with a focus on effective collaboration across client 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.

Why Leidos

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. We take care of our employees and invest in your future through career advancement, growth opportunities, continuous improvement, mentoring, formal and informal project management training and assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications. We challenge you to help solve tough problems and reward you with a welcoming culture that values work/life balance, competitive compensation and benefits, diversity and inclusion, and community impact. Leidos is recognized as an industry leader and was ranked within the Top 10 T&D Firms and Top 10 Power Firms by Engineering News-Record.

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.