Transmission Line Engineer (Mid, Senior, & Lead)

Via Logic LLC; United States; Remote; USD 73,450 - 132,775; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Income Protection

Paid Leave

Retirement

Job summary

COMFORT SYSTEMS is looking for a Transmission Line Engineer at various levels (Mid, Senior, Lead) to design overhead and underground systems that support the energy infrastructure. The role involves managing projects from concept to construction and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and proficiency in PLS-CADD. The position offers a competitive pay range from $73,450 to $132,775 and is 100% remote.

Qualifications

• 2+ years for Mid-level, EIT preferred.
• 4+ years for Senior-level, PE preferred.
• 8+ years for Lead-level, PE license required.

Responsibilities

• Engineer overhead and underground transmission systems.
• Move projects from conceptual routing to construction-ready packages.
• Mentor junior engineers and manage client interfaces (for Senior/Lead roles).

Skills

PLS-CADD

Power delivery

Design and Analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

PLS-POLE

AutoCAD

Mathcad

LPILE

FAD

Job description

Description

Transmission Line Engineer (Mid, Senior, & Lead Levels)

Locations: Candidate must be within driving distance to Reno, NV (this role is 100% Remote)

The Opportunity

Join a premier team solving the complex puzzles of the modern power grid. As a Transmission Line Engineer, you won’t just be drafting; you’ll be designing the backbone of the nation's energy infrastructure. From high-voltage (HV) to extra-high-voltage (EHV) systems, you will lead projects that increase capacity, integrate renewable energy, and harden the grid against the elements.

Your Impact

• Design Excellence: Engineer overhead and underground systems using PLS-CADD, ensuring compliance with NESC, ASCE, and ACI standards.
• End-to-End Ownership: Move projects from conceptual routing and engineering analysis to material procurement and construction-ready packages.
• Innovation: Apply advanced modeling (PLS-TOWER, LPILE, FAD) to solve site-specific challenges, from complex foundation designs to intricate voltage conversions.
• Leadership: (For Senior/Lead roles) Mentor junior engineers, manage client interfaces, and steer multi-disciplinary teams toward successful project delivery.

Who You Are

You are a problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Whether you are a rising Mid-level engineer or a seasoned Lead, you bring a technical eye for detail and a passion for power delivery.

Core Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and prior relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems
• Software Proficiency: Expert-level or working knowledge of PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE.
• Standards: Working knowledge of NESC, ACI, AISC, and ASCE codes.
• Communication: Ability to translate complex engineering concepts into clear project scopes and client presentations.

Level-Specific Qualifications

Mid-Level

• 2+ Years, EIT preferred, Team contributor, Design & Analysis

Senior-Level

• 4+ Years, PE preferred, Supervisory experience, Full review & QC

Lead-Level

• 8+ Years, PE license required, Strategic oversight & Mentorship, Budgeting, Proposals & Strategy

Bonus Points For:

• Experience with LPILE, FAD Tools, Mathcad, or AutoCAD.
• Hands-on Construction Management or Field Support experience.
• Familiarity with Bentley ProjectWise.

Benefits and Pay

• Pay Range: $73,450.00 - $132,775.00
• Competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.

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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.