STEM OPT Transmission Engineer Jobs
Transmission Engineer roles in power systems, grid infrastructure, and energy distribution qualify for STEM OPT's 24-month extension when your degree is in electrical engineering, systems engineering, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need a signed I-983 training plan before your start date.
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M&S Engineering, LLC is seeking a qualified Transmission Line Engineer located at our Dripping Springs, Texas location. This position will work on a variety of dynamic and exciting High Voltage and Extra High Voltage AC and DC transmission line projects with potential to work on renewable energy infrastructure projects.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Detail engineering and design of overhead transmission line projects from conceptual design through construction from 4kV to 500kV.
- Detail design of underground transmission line projects from 69kV to 230kV.
- Prepare detail cost estimates and opinion of probable cost statements for project with limited details.
- Prepare construction and material specifications and scope documents for construction tenders and contracts.
- Be responsible for liaison with clients and contractors, coordinating with various disciplines and permitting agencies.
- Ability to take on a project engineer and/or project manager role as required.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS
- 4 year degree from an accredited college or university in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering and 3 - 5 years of applicable post-graduation design experience.
- Ability to inform design process based on previous experience with similar projects.
- Strong proficiency using PLS software suite, Sag10, AutoCAD or Microstation and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Familiar with applicable codes, standards and regulations required to design transmission lines in the United States, including publications from NESC, CPUC, ASCE, RUS, etc…
- Ability to multi-task from project to project.
- Must be able to routinely lift up to 30lbs.
- Good organizational skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines within a team environment.
- Must be insurable and have a valid driver's license. NO EXCEPTIONS
BENEFITS:
- Salary commensurate with experience
- Employer paid health/dental/vision insurance
- Employer paid STD/LTD
- Life Insurance
- Candidate referral bonus
- 401k retirement plan with employer match
- Paid holidays
- Earned vacation time
INTRODUCTION
M&S Engineering, LLC is seeking a qualified Transmission Line Engineer located at our Dripping Springs, Texas location. This position will work on a variety of dynamic and exciting High Voltage and Extra High Voltage AC and DC transmission line projects with potential to work on renewable energy infrastructure projects.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Detail engineering and design of overhead transmission line projects from conceptual design through construction from 4kV to 500kV.
- Detail design of underground transmission line projects from 69kV to 230kV.
- Prepare detail cost estimates and opinion of probable cost statements for project with limited details.
- Prepare construction and material specifications and scope documents for construction tenders and contracts.
- Be responsible for liaison with clients and contractors, coordinating with various disciplines and permitting agencies.
- Ability to take on a project engineer and/or project manager role as required.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS
- 4 year degree from an accredited college or university in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering and 3 - 5 years of applicable post-graduation design experience.
- Ability to inform design process based on previous experience with similar projects.
- Strong proficiency using PLS software suite, Sag10, AutoCAD or Microstation and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Familiar with applicable codes, standards and regulations required to design transmission lines in the United States, including publications from NESC, CPUC, ASCE, RUS, etc…
- Ability to multi-task from project to project.
- Must be able to routinely lift up to 30lbs.
- Good organizational skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines within a team environment.
- Must be insurable and have a valid driver's license. NO EXCEPTIONS
BENEFITS:
- Salary commensurate with experience
- Employer paid health/dental/vision insurance
- Employer paid STD/LTD
- Life Insurance
- Candidate referral bonus
- 401k retirement plan with employer match
- Paid holidays
- Earned vacation time
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Transmission Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Electrical and systems engineering degrees map to CIP codes 14.1001 and 14.0901, both STEM-designated. Confirm your specific degree CIP code with your DSO before accepting any offer, a mismatch delays your extension paperwork.
Check E-Verify status before accepting offers
Transmission engineering roles sit inside utilities, grid operators, and engineering consultancies. Not all enroll in E-Verify. Search the E-Verify employer database directly and confirm active enrollment before you sign, not after.
Target employers filing LCAs for power systems roles
Use the OFLC Wage Search to identify employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for electrical or power systems engineer titles. Active LCA filers already understand work authorization requirements and move faster through onboarding paperwork.
Build your I-983 training plan around engineering competencies
Transmission engineers work across protection systems, load flow analysis, and substation design. Map each area to a concrete learning objective in your I-983 so USCIS can see a direct connection between your STEM degree and your daily responsibilities.
Use Migrate Mate to find STEM OPT-ready employers
Search Migrate Mate to filter Transmission Engineer openings by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and active work authorization filing history, so you spend time on roles where your OPT status won't stall the hiring process.
Time your extension request around your offer timeline
Submit your STEM OPT extension application at least 90 days before your initial OPT end date. If your offer comes in late, your DSO can still authorize the extension as long as USCIS receives the I-765 before your current EAD expires.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Transmission Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in electrical engineering, systems engineering, computer engineering, or another STEM-designated field and the role directly applies that technical knowledge. USCIS evaluates the connection between your degree's CIP code and your job duties, not just the job title. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO and document the degree-to-role connection in your I-983 training plan before submitting.
Does my Transmission Engineer employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a federal requirement for all STEM OPT employers, regardless of company size or sector. Utilities, grid operators, and engineering consultancies that hire transmission engineers aren't automatically enrolled, you must confirm active E-Verify participation before your start date. Ask your recruiter or HR contact directly, and verify enrollment through the E-Verify employer search tool to avoid losing your authorization window.
What goes into an I-983 training plan for a Transmission Engineer?
Your I-983 must describe specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree and your day-to-day engineering work. For a Transmission Engineer, that means mapping tasks like protective relay coordination, power flow modeling, or transmission planning studies to the electrical or systems engineering competencies from your coursework. Generic descriptions like 'gaining industry experience' aren't sufficient. Both you and your supervising engineer must sign the plan, and your DSO submits it with your STEM OPT application.
How does cap-gap protection apply if my employer files an H-1B petition while I'm on STEM OPT?
If your employer files a timely H-1B visa petition before your STEM OPT EAD expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your OPT work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can keep working as a Transmission Engineer during this period without a new EAD. USCIS confirms cap-gap eligibility on your I-20, which your DSO updates once the H-1B petition is filed.
Where can I find Transmission Engineer jobs with STEM OPT-compatible employers?
Migrate Mate filters Transmission Engineer openings by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and work authorization filing history, so you can identify roles where your STEM OPT status is already understood. The O*NET occupation profile for Transmission Engineers also helps you match your degree to qualifying job duties, which strengthens both your job search targeting and your I-983 documentation.