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About Us

Welcome to United Utility, a dynamic player in the electric utility industry headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana. We provide comprehensive engineering and construction solutions that strengthen power infrastructure across the United States. As the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors, we specialize in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects.

Our core values are simple: Safety, Quality, Integrity, and Professionalism. At United Utility, we deliver power solutions that are built safe, engineered smart, and driven by our customers' needs—powering communities with reliable energy.

Location: Spring, TX, New Orleans, LA, Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, Denver, CO, or Hartford, CT

The salary range for this position is $75k-$95k annually. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.

Benefits:

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options where applicable; 401(k) with company match; paid time off; company-paid holidays; and short and long-term disability.

How to Apply:
Candidates may apply by clicking the \"apply\" button in this posting which is hosted on our careers page at https://unitedutility.com/careers

Internal Employee Notice:
This opportunity is being communicated internally in accordance with the Company’s Recruiting Transparency and Opportunity Notice process.
Current employees are encouraged to apply through our careers page at https://unitedutility.com/careers

About the Role

The Transmission Engineer I supports the engineering and design of high-voltage transmission line projects under the guidance of senior engineering staff. This position provides an excellent opportunity to develop technical expertise while contributing to transmission projects from planning through construction support. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced engineers to prepare engineering deliverables, perform technical analyses, and gain exposure to utility design standards and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the engineering and design of high-voltage transmission line projects.
• Prepare engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation under the supervision of senior engineers.
• Support transmission line routing, structure spotting, foundation coordination, and constructability reviews.
• Assist with engineering studies, feasibility analyses, and design evaluations.
• Review drawings and engineering documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including Civil/Structural, Substation, Protection & Control (P&C), Survey, and Project Management.
• Support the preparation of technical reports, project documentation, permit packages, and engineering deliverables.
• Participate in field visits, site inspections, and construction support activities as needed.
• Learn and apply applicable utility standards, engineering practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain project documentation and support quality assurance and quality control efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Civil/Structural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Engineer Intern (EI) certification or the ability to obtain it within one year of hire.
• Understanding of fundamental engineering principles and design practices.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and PLS-CADD is preferred.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites and client locations.

Nice-to-Haves

• One to two years of experience in electric utility engineering, transmission design, or a related field.
• Experience with transmission line design software such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, or PLS-TOWER.
• Exposure to NESC, NEC, IEEE, ANSI, or other utility engineering standards.
• Internship or co-op experience in utility, consulting, or power delivery engineering.
• Experience supporting renewable energy, transmission, or substation projects.
• Eagerness to pursue Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

Application Deadline:

This posting will remain open for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. The Company reserves the right to extend or close the posting based on business needs and applicable policy requirements.

Important Information:

Applicants may be asked:

“Are you currently employed by the Company?”

For standard external opportunities, this question is used for applicant classification, reporting, and workforce analytics purposes only.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruiters or staffing firms. Resumes submitted without a signed, written agreement with the Company and outside the approved HR/Recruiter process will not be reviewed or considered, and the Company will not be responsible for any associated fees.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Email: HRSC@unitedutility.com