Transmission Line Engineer Manager

Commonwealth Associates, Inc.; Jackson, Orlando, Columbus (MI, FL, OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Associates, Inc. in the United States seeks a Transmission Line Engineer Leader to manage complex transmission line projects from scoping to closeout in a hybrid or remote role with relocation options to Jackson, MI, Orlando, FL, and Columbus, OH.

Responsibilities include PLS Cadd design, MFAD foundations, load sheets, and construction specifications, while mentoring engineers and coordinating with clients and stakeholders across functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 4–10 years of transmission line engineering experience.
• Experience leading engineering teams and serving as client lead.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Proficiency with PLS Cadd (required); MFAD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead transmission line engineering projects from scoping to closeout.
• Design transmission lines using PLS Cadd and create load sheets.
• Prepare foundations designs using MFAD and generate material lists.
• Assemble complete construction specification books and assist in standards development.
• Mentor less experienced engineers and lead project teams.
• Attend construction site visits and coordinate with clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate across departments to maintain project quality and timelines.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Client relationship management

PE license

Education

Bachelor's degree - Civil Engineering

Tools

PLS Cadd

MFAD

Job description

Commonwealth is an ENR Top 500 engineering and consulting firm that specializes in delivering innovative design and planning solutions in the fields of power generation, substations, transmission & distribution, renewable energy integration, environmental permitting, and right-of-way services.

We believe in creating a well-balanced work environment that inspires connectivity, creativity, and innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected, valued, and empowered.

This role is hybrid or remote. We offer relocation to our Jackson, MI, Orlando FL, and Columbus OH offices

Transmission Line Engineer Leaders at Commonwealth are responsible for engineering all aspects of a typical transmission line project from scoping to project closeout. They will be required to lead their own projects and be the main point of contact with all other stakeholders throughout the life of the project.

Responsibilities:

• Transmission Line Project Management:
  • Scoping of Transmission Line Projects.
  • Coordination with various stakeholders throughout the project life cycle, including project management, right of way, environmental, siting, station engineering, telecom, distribution, and construction.
• Transmission Line Design:
  • Design of Transmission Lines in PLS Cadd.
  • Production of load sheets and drawings for custom steel poles.
  • Design of foundations using MFAD.
  • Completion of material lists for transmission line projects.
• Documentation and Standards:
  • Assembling complete Issue for Construction specification books.
  • Assistance with the development of internal standards.
  • Quality checks of other engineers' projects.
• People and Team Management:
  • Mentorship of less experienced transmission line engineers.
• Construction Support:
  • Attendance at construction site visits as required.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  • Direct coordination with clients and stakeholders.
  • Assistance in the development of internal standards.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Bachelors Degree - Civil
• Software:
  • PLS Cadd (required)
  • MFAD (preferred)
• Experience:
  • 4-10 Years of Transmission Line Engineering Experience.
  • Leading team of engineers
  • Client lead
  • PE

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Professional Engineer

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