Transmission Line Engineers

NPAworldwide; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Full benefits

Job summary

NPAworldwide is partnering with a leading U.S. engineering firm to recruit a Senior Transmission Line Engineer/Engineering Manager focused on overhead transmission.

The role emphasizes structural design, mentorship of engineering teams, and technical leadership on large programs for utility customers. The candidate will oversee complex deliverables, reviews, budgets, and schedules, while coordinating with procurement, permitting, land, and construction teams.

Qualifications

• Overhead transmission line design experience (69kV+ required).
• Experience with 500kV+ projects strongly preferred.
• U.S. investor-owned utility transmission project experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering execution for large or multi-project transmission programs
• Prepare and review complex engineering deliverables and calculations
• Manage budgets, schedules, and quality across disciplines
• Lead and mentor engineering teams; provide PLS-CADD training
• Serve as technical lead and responsible charge on projects
• Interface with clients and support pursuit/business development efforts

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Client interface

Mentoring teams

PLS-CADD training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

PE license preferred

Tools

PLS-CADD

Job description

Project Engineering Manager Overhead Transmission Line

Senior Transmission Line Engineer / Engineering Manager (Overhead Transmission)

A leading U.S. engineering firm is seeking a senior-level transmission line engineer to lead complex overhead transmission projects for utility customers and mentor engineering teams. This role is heavily focused on structural design and offers strong compensation and long-term growth.

Technical Focus

• ~90% structural engineering (foundations, framing, materials)
• Experience with steel, wood, laminate, and composite structures
• Lattice tower experience is a plus
• EPC And/or Utility Services Experience Preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering execution for large or multi-project transmission programs
• Prepare and review complex engineering deliverables and calculations
• Manage budgets, schedules, and quality across disciplines
• Lead and mentor engineering teams; provide PLS-CADD training
• Serve as technical lead and responsible charge on projects
• Interface with clients and support pursuit/business development efforts

Preferred Experience

• U.S. investor-owned utility transmission projects
• Strong understanding of PLS-CADD, line routing, structural loading, and foundation design
• Experience coordinating with procurement, permitting, land, and construction teams
• Proposal support and engineering cost estimating experience

Locations

• Preferred: OR, CA, TX, KS, CO, MN, MI, NC, FL
• (Open to candidates near other major U.S. engineering offices)

Compensation

Up to $200,000 base salary

Bonus, ESOP, and full benefits

Qualifications

Requirements

• 812+ years of overhead transmission line design experience (69kV+ required)

PLS-CADD Experience Required

Experience with 500kV+ projects strongly preferred

Bachelors degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (other engineering degrees considered)

PE license preferred

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

Our client is a major in the red-hot electric power transmission industry. With the growing demand for electricity from data centers, electric vehicles, etc., this company will be busy for a long time.

Salary Type: Annual Salary

Salary Min: $ 130000

Salary Max: $ 200000

Currency Type: USD