Senior Transmission Line Engineer
Title: Senior Transmission Line Engineer
Position Type: Full-time direct hire
Location: Hybrid schedule, based in Atlanta, GA
About the Company:
This firm is a dynamic engineering consulting organization known for its collaborative culture and commitment to technical excellence. With a diverse portfolio spanning transmission, distribution, and substation design, it offers engineers the chance to work on impactful utility projects across the country. Since being founded in 2011, the firm has grown organically to 170 employees and continues to expand with clients from California to Florida.
About the Role:
Assist in the detailed design of high-voltage transmission line projects (69-500kV), including specification development, project administration, and field engineering under guidance. Proficiency in design software tools such as PLS CADD, MFAD, and LPile is essential. A solid grasp of construction documentation processes is required.
Essential Functions of Position:
* Lead transmission system design from initial concept through construction documentation, including cost estimation, equipment selection, safety analysis, and use of tools like PLS CADD, MFAD, and L-Pile.
* Ensure compliance with utility codes and standards, support QA/QC processes, and develop complete construction packages with foundation and structural detailing.
* Oversee field activities, serve as on-site engineer, interpret design specifications, manage schedules, and coordinate with contractors.
* Conduct engineering evaluations, prepare reports and feasibility studies, manage projects, and support team development.
* Maintain professional growth, ensure code compliance, and communicate effectively with clients and internal teams.
Key Traits & Skills
* Proactive, organized, and detail-oriented with strong leadership and communication abilities.
* Able to manage multiple priorities independently while maintaining a customer-focused and quality-driven mindset.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in engineering (ABET-accredited) with FE certification.
* PE license preferred.
* 4-5 years of relevant experience, proficiency in design software including PLS Suite.
* Familiarity with industry codes (NEC, NFPA, IEEE, IBC).
* Willingness to travel for project needs.
Why Work With Us?
This is an organization that emphasizes professional growth, providing mentorship and opportunities to lead complex initiatives. Not only will you be contributing to a collaborative team with a consistent open line of communication, the opportunity is yours to become cross-trained on various areas of the business across distribution, transmission, P&C, structural substation design, and more. Employees benefit from a supportive environment that values innovation
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