Transmission Line Engineer III

NV5, Inc.; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

NV5, Inc. is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer III to support our overhead electric transmission practice in Southern California. You will work on routing, design, and execution of high voltage overhead projects from 60kV to 500kV, collaborating with a team across offices in San Diego, Los Angeles, and Irvine.

The role combines design, QA/QC, and field support with opportunities to mentor junior staff. The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of overhead transmission experience, a CA PE license,

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of progressive overhead transmission engineering experience.
• ABET-accredited BS in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• PE license in California; MS degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Routing and design of high voltage transmission lines (60kV to 500kV).
• QA/QC of PLS-CADD models and job packages before submittals.
• Structure and foundation design; develop design criteria and specifications.
• Procurement of materials; cost estimating; quality control reviews.
• Construction support and interaction with field crews.
• Prepare drawings and documentation for construction; provide staff guidance.

Skills

Overhead transmission engineering

PLS software experience

QA/QC of submittals

Leadership training

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Civil/Structural/Electrical/Mechanical

MS in related engineering field preferred

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

TOWER

Job description

Overview

At NV5, we fully understand the United States aging electrical grid faces significant challenges in meeting the increasing demand for power delivery. Moreover, navigating through permitting requirements can often stall the design and implementation of modern transmission and distribution assets.

By harnessing our expertise and providing cutting-edge solutions, NV5 steps in as a leader, to enhance transmission system capacity, fortify against fire and storm risks, and elevate the reliability of electrical service for utility customers. Leveraging proprietary design methodologies and state-of-the-art modeling software, we tackle complex site-specific obstacles head-on, reducing construction timelines and costs associated with electrical distribution and transmission improvements.

As our Transmission Line Engineer III, you will support our growing Overhead (OH) Electric Transmission practice.

You will be part of a team working on routing, design, and execution of high voltage overhead transmission design projects (60kV to 500kV) and will be involved in all facets of transmission line projects as you grow your career with us.

This is a hybrid position based in one of our Southern California offices (San Diego, Los Angeles, Irvine)

Join us in embracing innovative solutions that pave the way for a resilient energy future.

Responsibilities

Other responsibilities include:

• Routing and design of transmission lines utilizing the Power Line Systems software suite including PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and TOWER.
• QA/QC of PLS-CADD model and job packages before external submittals
• Structure analysis and foundation design, job package creation, developing design criteria and specifications, specification and procurement of materials, project cost estimating, and quality control reviews.
• Construction support and direct interaction with construction crews.
• Will prepare drawings and documentation for construction of transmission line projects.
• Providing leadership, guidance, instruction, and training to less experienced staff members.

Qualifications

We are seeking the following qualifications:

• 5-10 years of progressive overhead transmission engineering experience.
• Technically proficient to QA/QC a wide variety of T-Line project submittals before packages are sent to clients.
• B.S. Degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• M.S. Degree in realted engineering field is preferred.
• Experience with Civil/Structural Transmission Line disciplines (Steel Pole Design, Foundation Design.)
• Tower Design w/ PLS-TOWER not required, but a plus.
• Experience in 12kV to 500kV line design and working knowledge and/or expertise in Power Line Systems software suite (i.e., PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, TOWER, etc.) required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of California

The pay range for this California position is $95,000- $135,000 annual salary; however, base pay offered may be higher or lower depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the candidate. Restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per California Senate Bill 1162. Base pay information is based on market location.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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