Transmission Line Engineer – Grid Design & Innovation

Socket.dev; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 75,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) is seeking a Civil Engineer for Transmission Line Engineering in Tulsa, OK. You will work on high-impact transmission projects alongside experienced engineers to design and deliver grid infrastructure.

Responsibilities include project scoping, structural type evaluation, geotechnical review, and developing foundations using PLS-CADD. This role emphasizes collaboration, safety, and efficient project execution.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited program required for Civil Engineering.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan and scope transmission line projects.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Select and evaluate transmission structure types.
• Review geotechnical reports and foundation recommendations.
• Design transmission structure foundations.
• Perform conductor tension, sag, and clearance evaluations.
• Develop transmission line designs using PLS-CADD.
• Support project scheduling, cost estimating, and project execution.

Skills

Analytical & problem-solving

Written & verbal communication

Collaborative teamwork

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Engineering degree + Master's/PhD from ABET program

Tools

PLS-CADD

Job description

American Electric Power (AEP) is seeking a Civil Engineer for Transmission Line Engineering in Tulsa, OK. You will work on high-impact transmission projects alongside experienced engineers to design and deliver grid infrastructure.

Responsibilities include project scoping, structural type evaluation, geotechnical review, and developing foundations using PLS-CADD. This role emphasizes collaboration, safety, and efficient project execution.