Transmission Line Engineer - Subconsultants

Ulteig Engineers, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Workplace

Employee Ownership

Competitive Pay

Collaborative Environment

Job summary

Ulteig Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Subconsultant Engineer to support growth with subconsultant partnerships in the Transmission & Distribution Department.

You will lead a portfolio of subconsultant projects, coordinate design activities, and ensure deliverables meet client standards and internal quality expectations. Responsibilities include planning, scheduling, mentoring subconsultant teams, reviewing drawings and PLS-CADD models, and maintaining strong client relationships while traveling up

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering; ABET-accredited program or equivalent.
• PE License strongly preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in Transmission Engineering.
• Effective leadership and mentoring skills.
• Oversight of subconsultant engineering design and project scheduling.
• Strong verbal and written communications, time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to travel up to 5% and work with major utility clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of Subconsultant executed projects and coordinate design aspects.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work.
• Provide technical guidance and feedback to engineers and subconsultant partners.
• Review and produce design drawings including structure framing, plan & profile, load & design drawings and foundations.
• Review PLS-CADD models for design and record drawings.
• Mentor subconsultant teams to meet client expectations and deliverables.

Skills

PE license

Transmission engineering

Leadership

Project scheduling

Client engagement

Communication

Team mentoring

Travel readiness

Review drawings

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

PLS-CADD

MS Office

Job description

Job Category: Engineering - Structural

Requisition Number: TRANS004964

• Posted : September 14, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

US - Remote
United States

Description

The Opportunity

Ulteig is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Subconsultant Engineer. This role will focus on supporting Ulteig's growth in subconsultant partnerships and will report directly to the Engineering Supervisor - Subconsultants within the Transmission & Distribution Department. The Subconsultant Engineer will work alongside the Engineering Supervisor - Subconsultants to help oversee and lead transmission line projects executed by subconsultant partners within the Power Lifeline sector and ensure that the projects, deliverables, drawings, and execution are in accordance with Ulteig's high quality expectations for engineering and client standards. The Engineer will also support training and development of the Subconsultant teams for client specific expectations.

What You'll Do

The Subconsultant Engineer acts as a technical leader and program manager for a portfolio of Subconsultant executed projects. They will help plan, schedule, and/or coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work. They will provide oversight and reviews of the projects and may conduct training related to the project, client standards, or perform quality assurance of the subconsultant’s deliverables. The Subconsultant Engineer will help coordinate specific design aspects of a project and the individual will help to plan, schedule, conduct, and communicate work with team members. Provide technical guidance and feedback to other engineers, including subconsultant partners.

What We Expect from You

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required. ABET accredited program or equivalent required.
• PE License strongly preferred.
• 4+years of experience in the Transmission Engineering field
• Effective leadership and mentoring skills.
• Oversight, leadership, and quality review of subconsultant engineering design and project scheduling.
• Excellent verbal and written communications, time management, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Strong client engagement and relationship building skills to effectively build and maintain relationships with new/ existing clients and subconsultant partners.
• Capable of leading a variety of transmission line projects with a multidiscipline team from full scope estimating and proposals, through detailed design, construction support, as-builts, and project closeout.
• Capable of reviewing and producing design drawings, including structure framing drawings, plan & profile drawings, load & design drawings, foundation drawings, material specifications/orders, phasing maps, and construction specifications.
• Capable of reviewing PLS-CADD models for the purpose of preliminary and detailed design as well as record drawings.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and Rural Utilities Service (RUS) design guide is a plus
• Previous experience working with or for major power utility clients is preferred.
• High level of initiative and demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with clear expectations and highly responsive, internally and externally.
• Proven experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point and Access) and additional software knowledge depending on specialty.
• Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving standards.
• Ability to Travel up to 5%.
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.

As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box – because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don't want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose driven organization that has built a culture focused on people – both our clients and our employees –for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our team members:

• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Collaborative Environment

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world’s critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America’s essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.

At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.

If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today!

Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace

ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE

Additional Opportunity Details:
Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $104,800 - $141,900
* Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

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