Remote Transmission Engineer Jobs
Remote transmission engineer jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms and distributed infrastructure teams, with active demand in utilities, renewable energy, and engineering consulting. Employers hiring remotely right now include WSP, Qualus, and Electrical Consultants. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Welty Energy is looking for a Senior Tranmission Line Engineer to join our Energy team!
Who is Welty Energy?
Welty Energy, an affiliate of Welty, is a professional services company specializing in program and project management, transmission line engineering, substation engineering and construction oversight on transmission, substation and distribution projects ranging in voltages from 4kV to 765kV.
Headquartered in Akron, OH, and working nationally, Welty Energy currently manages approximately $500 million in construction projects for electric utilities in the Midwest and Northeast regions of the U.S.
As a Senior Transmission Line Engineer , you will lead the technical review process for our client(s)’s transmission line projects ensuring compliance is met in line with client standards and expectations.
While this position can be remote the hired team member will travel up to 15-20% of the time
Relocation and sponsorship is unfortunately not provided at this time.
Day to day, you may:
- Conduct technical review of high voltage transmission line designs (34kV – 500kV).
- Perform analysis/modeling of wood, steel, and lattice structures.
- Prepare construction plan documents as required per project.
- Perform QA/QC reviews of all work product.
- Assist with the preparation of proposals.
- Interface with client’s engineering groups and project management team to provide regular and timely updates.
- Perform site visits when necessary.
- Take a lead role in growing the Welty Energy Transmission Line Engineering team.
- Mentor and assist in the professional development of junior engineering staff.
- Provide technical assistance tot he Welty Energy Project Management Team.
- Consult on internal projects when requested by the PM, Portfolio Manager, or Executive Vice President.
What we require:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil or electrical engineering at an ABET accredited university is preferred.
- 6-10+years of experience as a Transmission Line Engineer well versed in design engineering of high voltage transmission lines(34kV – 500kV).
- PE license advantageous.
- Comfortable with Travel: 15-20% travel (project specific).
- Adhere to Welty Core Values, OPTIC (Openness, Passion, Teamwork, Integrity, Customer Centricity).
- Establish trust and healthy rapport with client and contract engineer firms.
- Collaborate with the Management Team to foster a productive and encouraging environment.
- Ability to travel to meetings and project locations (10-20% as an average).
Important Notice to US Applicants:
Welty Energy, an affiliate of Welty Building Company, LLC., is an at-will employer.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay Scale and Benefits:
Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) contributions.
#LI-ENERGY #LI-REMOTE #LI-JL1
Welty Energy is looking for a Senior Tranmission Line Engineer to join our Energy team!
Who is Welty Energy?
Welty Energy, an affiliate of Welty, is a professional services company specializing in program and project management, transmission line engineering, substation engineering and construction oversight on transmission, substation and distribution projects ranging in voltages from 4kV to 765kV.
Headquartered in Akron, OH, and working nationally, Welty Energy currently manages approximately $500 million in construction projects for electric utilities in the Midwest and Northeast regions of the U.S.
As a Senior Transmission Line Engineer , you will lead the technical review process for our client(s)’s transmission line projects ensuring compliance is met in line with client standards and expectations.
While this position can be remote the hired team member will travel up to 15-20% of the time
Relocation and sponsorship is unfortunately not provided at this time.
Day to day, you may:
- Conduct technical review of high voltage transmission line designs (34kV – 500kV).
- Perform analysis/modeling of wood, steel, and lattice structures.
- Prepare construction plan documents as required per project.
- Perform QA/QC reviews of all work product.
- Assist with the preparation of proposals.
- Interface with client’s engineering groups and project management team to provide regular and timely updates.
- Perform site visits when necessary.
- Take a lead role in growing the Welty Energy Transmission Line Engineering team.
- Mentor and assist in the professional development of junior engineering staff.
- Provide technical assistance tot he Welty Energy Project Management Team.
- Consult on internal projects when requested by the PM, Portfolio Manager, or Executive Vice President.
What we require:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil or electrical engineering at an ABET accredited university is preferred.
- 6-10+years of experience as a Transmission Line Engineer well versed in design engineering of high voltage transmission lines(34kV – 500kV).
- PE license advantageous.
- Comfortable with Travel: 15-20% travel (project specific).
- Adhere to Welty Core Values, OPTIC (Openness, Passion, Teamwork, Integrity, Customer Centricity).
- Establish trust and healthy rapport with client and contract engineer firms.
- Collaborate with the Management Team to foster a productive and encouraging environment.
- Ability to travel to meetings and project locations (10-20% as an average).
Important Notice to US Applicants:
Welty Energy, an affiliate of Welty Building Company, LLC., is an at-will employer.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay Scale and Benefits:
Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) contributions.
#LI-ENERGY #LI-REMOTE #LI-JL1
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Who's Hiring
- WSP13
- Qualus10
- Electrical Consultants7
- Aypa Power4
- GAI Consultants3
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services10
- Energy1
- Technology & Software1
- Healthcare & Medical Services1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote transmission engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
- Proficiency in power systems analysis software such as PSS/E, PowerWorld, or PSCAD
- Experience with transmission planning, power flow studies, or short-circuit analysis
- Knowledge of NERC reliability standards and applicable regional transmission organization rules
- Professional Engineer license or active pursuit of PE licensure preferred or required
- Familiarity with protection and control systems, relay settings, or substation design
Tips for Your Remote Transmission Engineer Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote transmission engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience and apply directly without sorting through mixed location listings.
Show your async communication skills upfront
Remote transmission engineering teams rely on written handoffs and documented decisions. In your application materials, highlight experience writing technical memos, study reports, or interconnection analyses that others acted on without a meeting.
Demonstrate independent modeling project work
Remote employers need confidence you can run load flow, stability, or short-circuit studies without in-person oversight. Reference specific PSS/E, PSCAD, or PowerWorld models you built or validated independently, and name the project outcomes they supported.
Target distributed team structures in your search
Filter for renewable energy developers, independent system operator contractors, and grid consulting firms with engineers in multiple states. These organizations already operate remotely by necessity and are more likely to have established remote workflows for transmission engineers.
Remote Transmission Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote transmission engineer job?
Target companies with distributed engineering teams, such as independent power producers, renewable energy developers, and grid consulting firms that operate across multiple regions without a central office. Remote employers screen for self-direction, clear written communication, and proficiency with power systems modeling tools like PSS/E or PowerWorld. Candidates who can document independent project work and show comfort with async collaboration tools stand out in remote hiring.
Which companies hire remote transmission engineers?
Employers currently hiring remote transmission engineers include WSP, Qualus, and Electrical Consultants, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Remote-first firms, distributed grid consulting practices, and renewable energy developers are among the most consistent sources of remote openings for this role.
Can you get a remote transmission engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level transmission engineer roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without on-site mentorship. Renewable energy startups and grid software companies occasionally hire entry-level engineers remotely. A strong academic project portfolio, familiarity with industry modeling software, and demonstrated ability to communicate technical work in writing can substitute for direct work history.
Do you need a degree for remote transmission engineer jobs?
Usually, but not always in the strictest sense. Most remote employers expect a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field, and many require a Professional Engineer license for senior roles. Candidates who lack a traditional degree but hold relevant certifications, demonstrate hands-on power systems modeling experience, and show a record of completed transmission projects can still compete for some positions.
Which industries hire the most remote transmission engineers?
Remote transmission engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Technology & Software, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors hire transmission engineers remotely because their project teams are geographically distributed across regional grids and interconnection zones.
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