Transmission Line Principal Engineer

Actalent; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer to remotely support large renewable energy projects across the U.S. This role involves management of design for high voltage transmission line projects with responsibilities ranging from project initiation to execution. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in engineering and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, alongside proficiency in various engineering tools.

Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in High Voltage Transmission line projects.
• Strong knowledge of transmission design.
• PMP and/or P.E. credentials are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design of transmission line projects from initiation to execution.
• Secure engineering consulting resources and develop project scopes.
• Coordinate with stakeholders for necessary permits.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Design

Risk Mitigation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil / Structural Engineering

Tools

PLSCADD

Auto-CAD

Primavera

Job description

Exciting HV Transmission Line Engineering opportunity to remotely support some of the largest renewables projects across the US!

Job Description

This position is responsible for the management of design for assigned transmission generation tie lines for Wind, Solar, and Battery Energy Storage, and for stand-alone transmission line projects. The role involves overseeing the entire design process from conception through construction and commissioning, ensuring the successful completion of transmission line projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design of transmission line projects from early stages to execution, collaborating with the Early Stage Project Manager to define project requirements and scope.
• Secure engineering consulting resources by developing scopes of work, securing bids, and awarding contracts through the Integrated Supply Chain Group.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders to develop and secure routes, engineering data, and necessary permits for line design and construction.
• Competitively source, select, and contract geotechnical, survey, engineering, and construction services.
• Support the Engineering & Construction Cost Estimating Team with scope assumptions.
• Coordinate engineering deliverables for competitive proposals, design, and construction phases.
• Represent Engineering & Construction's interests in meetings, providing updates on progress, issues, and risk mitigation.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil / Structural Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in the development, design, engineering, and construction of High Voltage Transmission line projects.
• Strong knowledge of transmission design, communication, and project management skills.
• Proficiency with PLSCADD, Microsoft products, Auto-CAD, and Primavera.
• Ability to understand technical diagrams and deliverables.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Project Engineering and / or Project Management experience.
• PMP and / or P.E. in related discipline is a plus.
• Travel required within North America.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $70.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following :

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Transmission Line Engineer • Atlanta, GA, US