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11-08-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
The role is responsible for siting activities for multi-million-dollar electric transmission line and substation projects. Projects can range from small scale to hundreds of miles in length, traversing multiple states. A successful candidate will understand the full range of issues related to the successful siting and routing of a transmission project and will be accountable for making sound recommendations and decisions. Areas of expertise include environmental (cultural, natural and visual resource assessment), utility corridor siting (utility regulatory requirements, stakeholder interaction, and permitting requirements) and project management. Siting specialist will work in designated regions and states, based on location.
Job Description
What you’ll do:
- Ensure that transmission siting activities are performed in accordance with the policies, practices and standards of the Company and regulations and procedures as required by federal, state or local regulatory agencies.
- Organize the siting studies and proposed route selection activities to meet in-service dates and ensure compliance.
- Oversee the oversight of outsourcing related to siting and regulatory approvals of transmission lines and substations.
- Work interdependently with a multidisciplinary project team to identify buildable, cost-effective routes and facilities which minimize environmental impacts. Liaison with other key team members.
- Assist in and prepare environmental assessments and siting studies (written documentation) for transmission facility projects.
- Coordinate regulatory and local zoning applications (writing, exhibits, testimony, interrogatories, schedule, etc.)
- Develop and monitor schedules to complete siting tasks and manage identified risks and cost estimates.
- Participate in stakeholder meetings and public open house.
What we’re looking for:
Transmission Line Siting Specialist SG6
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Environmental Science, Land Use Planning, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or related field.
Experience:
- 2-4 years industry related experience and/or education with at least two years of direct siting experience preferred.
Licenses/Certifications:
- Must have a valid driver's license.
Transmission Line Siting Specialist Senior SG7
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Environmental Science, Land Use Planning, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or related field.
Experience:
- 4-6 years industry related experience and/or education with at least two years of direct siting experience preferred.
Transmission Line Siting Specialist Principal SG8
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Environmental Science, Land Use Planning, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or related field.
Experience:
- Minimum of either six to eight (6-8) years' total industry experience; four to six (4-6) years' experience as a Transmission Line Siting Specialist Sr or equivalent is preferred.
In addition:
- Proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office computer applications is desired. Excellent written, organizational, presentation, oral communication, and time management skills.
- The ability to handle multiple projects and assignments is critical.
- Travel requirements are expected 25-30% of the time.
- Must have the ability to rent a vehicle, and the ability to drive 3-6 hours at time to attend site visits, meet with landowners, or participate in open houses and stakeholder meetings.
- May require extended hours to accomplish assigned tasks to meet requirements and schedules.
- Overnight travel to facilities and projects (field work) is required.
- Position requires travel and exposure to situations which require knowledge, understanding, and adherence to applicable safety procedures, and ability to hike or walk one to three miles on occasion.
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do
At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
American Electric Power (On-Site)
LI-Onsite
AEPCareers
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-006
Compensation Range:
$74,551.00 - $128,688.00
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
Job Posting End Date
11-08-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
The role is responsible for siting activities for multi-million-dollar electric transmission line and substation projects. Projects can range from small scale to hundreds of miles in length, traversing multiple states. A successful candidate will understand the full range of issues related to the successful siting and routing of a transmission project and will be accountable for making sound recommendations and decisions. Areas of expertise include environmental (cultural, natural and visual resource assessment), utility corridor siting (utility regulatory requirements, stakeholder interaction, and permitting requirements) and project management. Siting specialist will work in designated regions and states, based on location.
Job Description
What you’ll do:
- Ensure that transmission siting activities are performed in accordance with the policies, practices and standards of the Company and regulations and procedures as required by federal, state or local regulatory agencies.
- Organize the siting studies and proposed route selection activities to meet in-service dates and ensure compliance.
- Oversee the oversight of outsourcing related to siting and regulatory approvals of transmission lines and substations.
- Work interdependently with a multidisciplinary project team to identify buildable, cost-effective routes and facilities which minimize environmental impacts. Liaison with other key team members.
- Assist in and prepare environmental assessments and siting studies (written documentation) for transmission facility projects.
- Coordinate regulatory and local zoning applications (writing, exhibits, testimony, interrogatories, schedule, etc.)
- Develop and monitor schedules to complete siting tasks and manage identified risks and cost estimates.
- Participate in stakeholder meetings and public open house.
What we’re looking for:
Transmission Line Siting Specialist SG6
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Environmental Science, Land Use Planning, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or related field.
Experience:
- 2-4 years industry related experience and/or education with at least two years of direct siting experience preferred.
Licenses/Certifications:
- Must have a valid driver's license.
Transmission Line Siting Specialist Senior SG7
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Environmental Science, Land Use Planning, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or related field.
Experience:
- 4-6 years industry related experience and/or education with at least two years of direct siting experience preferred.
Transmission Line Siting Specialist Principal SG8
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Environmental Science, Land Use Planning, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or related field.
Experience:
- Minimum of either six to eight (6-8) years' total industry experience; four to six (4-6) years' experience as a Transmission Line Siting Specialist Sr or equivalent is preferred.
In addition:
- Proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office computer applications is desired. Excellent written, organizational, presentation, oral communication, and time management skills.
- The ability to handle multiple projects and assignments is critical.
- Travel requirements are expected 25-30% of the time.
- Must have the ability to rent a vehicle, and the ability to drive 3-6 hours at time to attend site visits, meet with landowners, or participate in open houses and stakeholder meetings.
- May require extended hours to accomplish assigned tasks to meet requirements and schedules.
- Overnight travel to facilities and projects (field work) is required.
- Position requires travel and exposure to situations which require knowledge, understanding, and adherence to applicable safety procedures, and ability to hike or walk one to three miles on occasion.
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do
At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
American Electric Power (On-Site)
LI-Onsite
AEPCareers
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-006
Compensation Range:
$74,551.00 - $128,688.00
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Transmission Line Project Manager
Document your PE license and certifications early
Your Professional Engineer license and any OSHA or project management certifications directly support the specialty occupation case USCIS evaluates. Gather official transcripts, credential evaluation letters, and any foreign license equivalency documents before your job search begins.
Target EPC firms with active PERM filing histories
Large engineering, procurement, and construction contractors working on high-voltage transmission projects file PERM applications regularly. Prioritize employers with dedicated in-house immigration counsel, since they're more likely to have an established sponsorship workflow and understand prevailing wage obligations for your role.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Transmission Line Project Manager openings by employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, so you spend time applying to companies that have already navigated the PERM process for similar roles.
Verify your prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your specific job zone and work location. Run your title and SOC code through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions so you know whether an offer is likely to clear the wage requirement PERM requires.
Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 track during the offer stage
Transmission Line Project Manager roles can qualify under either EB-2 or EB-3 depending on the degree requirement stated in the job description. Ask your prospective employer which category they intend to file under, since EB-2 requires a master's degree or equivalent and carries different priority date timelines.
Understand that PERM recruitment takes months before filing
Employers must complete DOL-mandated recruitment steps, including job postings and a supervised selection process, before submitting the PERM application. Build this into your timeline expectations: the full PERM-to-I-140-to-adjustment-of-status path typically spans two to four years for nationals from countries without significant visa backlogs.
Green Card Transmission Line Project Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Transmission Line Project Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories are possible. EB-3 applies when the employer requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. EB-2 applies when the role requires a master's degree or equivalent, or when the candidate has an advanced degree. The specific degree requirement written into the PERM job description determines which category USCIS will adjudicate.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa with an annual lottery cap and three-year initial terms. EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency with no lottery and no cap at the EB-3 level for most countries outside of India and China. The PERM process is longer, often taking two to four years total, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than a visa tied to a single employer.
What is the PERM labor certification process for transmission project management roles?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL after completing required recruitment steps to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. For Transmission Line Project Manager roles, the employer must define the minimum education and experience requirements before recruiting begins, since those terms lock the sponsored position. USCIS then adjudicates the I-140 petition once DOL certifies the PERM application.
How can I find employers who sponsor green cards for Transmission Line Project Manager positions?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Transmission Line Project Manager jobs filtered by employers with EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history. This avoids cold applications to companies with no established PERM process, which can stall your green card timeline significantly. Utilities, regional transmission organizations, and large EPC contractors are the most active sponsoring employer categories in this field.
Does my foreign engineering degree qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Foreign degrees require a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization to establish U.S. equivalency. A three-year bachelor's degree from certain countries may be evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's, which satisfies EB-3 requirements. For EB-2, a foreign master's degree is generally accepted if the evaluating organization confirms it meets U.S. standards. USCIS reviews the evaluation alongside the PERM filing when adjudicating your I-140.