Transmission Line Engineer (Mid-Level)

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc.; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Mid-Level Transmission Line Engineer in California to design overhead transmission lines from 69 kV to 500 kV. You will work under the Transmission Engineering Manager, performing detailed line design and coordinating with multiple teams.

You should have 3–7 years of transmission line experience, PLS-CADD proficiency, and an EIT; PE is preferred or in progress. The role involves interaction with utilities and providing engineering deliverables, with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Electrical Engineering
• 3–7 years of experience in transmission line design
• Proficiency in PLS-CADD required; experience with PLS-POLE and/or PLS-TOWER preferred
• Working knowledge of NESC and applicable utility standards
• EIT certification required; PE license preferred or in progress

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed design of overhead transmission lines, including structure spotting and profile development
• Execute and review line design using PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, PLS-TOWER
• Perform sag-tension analysis and clearance calculations for safety and compliance
• Coordinate with structural engineers on pole/tower loading and design inputs
• Prepare engineering packages, drawings, and material lists
• Interface with clients, survey teams, environmental teams, and other stakeholders
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers
• Ensure adherence to project schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements

Skills

Client interaction

Mentorship

Team coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

PLS-TOWER

Job description

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. (E2) is a professional services firm established in 1988 specializing in a full spectrum of engineering services including, project engineering and design, federal base operations and infrastructure support services, gas pipeline construction and inspection services, environmental consulting and remediation, and information technology services. At E2, we value safety, innovation and collaboration, and we are dedicated to excellence.

Overview

E2 is seeking a Mid-Level Transmission Line Engineer to support the design and execution of overhead transmission line projects ranging from 69 kV to 500 kV. This role involves technical design, coordination across disciplines, and increasing responsibility for project deliverables and client interaction. The candidate will report to the Transmission Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed design of overhead transmission lines, including:
  • Structure spotting and profile development
  • Plan & profile drawings
  • Conductor and hardware selection
• Execute and review line design using industry-standard tools (e.g., PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, PLS-TOWER)
• Perform basic to intermediate calculations for:
  • Sag-tension analysis
  • Clearance compliance (NESC, GO 95, utility standards)
• Coordinate with structural engineers on pole/tower loading and design inputs
• Support routing studies, constructability reviews, and cost estimates
• Prepare engineering packages, drawings, and material lists
• Interface with clients, survey teams, environmental teams, and other stakeholders
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers
• Ensure adherence to project schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Electrical Engineering
• 3–7 years of experience in transmission line design
• Proficiency in PLS-CADD required; experience with PLS-POLE and/or PLS-TOWER preferred
• Working knowledge of NESC and applicable utility standards
• Strong understanding of overhead line design principles and practices
• EIT certification required; PE license preferred or in progress

Preferred

• Experience working with major utilities (e.g., SCE, PG&E, SDG&E)
• Experience with LiDAR, survey data integration, and digital terrain modeling
• Familiarity with project lifecycle from routing through construction support

Benefits

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off.

Wage Data Per State Requirements

Salary range for this position is $105,000 - $145,000. The starting salary will be commensurate with skill, education, experience, and working environment.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment and uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit/ stand for up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to move freely for up to 8 hours per day.

Local Candidates only

No

Drug Free Workplace

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace. After accepting an offer of employment, applicants may be required to undergo background checks, drug testing, and/or fit-for-duty physical examination. Drug screens will include, but not be limited to, Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Marijuana Metabolites (THC), Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP). As a federal contractor, E2 cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician.

Solicitation

Please no solicitation of any kind from agencies, staffing, or recruiting firms.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.