STEM OPT Transmission Line Design Engineer Jobs
Transmission Line Design Engineer roles qualify for STEM OPT because they sit squarely in engineering CIP codes. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension brings your total work authorization to 36 months, giving employers a meaningful runway. Every employer hiring you must be enrolled in E-Verify, which utility and infrastructure firms typically are.
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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 Line Design Engineer
Verify your CIP code maps correctly
Check your degree's CIP code against the official STEM OPT designated degree list before applying. Electrical Engineering (14.1001) and Civil Engineering (14.0801) both qualify, but a mismatch between your transcript and the list can delay your I-20 STEM OPT recommendation.
Search E-Verify status before applying
Confirm a company is enrolled in E-Verify using the E-Verify employer search tool before you invest time in an application. Utility companies and large EPC contractors almost always enroll, but smaller regional transmission consultancies may not.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter for transmission and power engineering employers who have active Labor Condition Applications on file. DOL LCA data shows which companies are actively hiring engineers under work authorization, saving you from cold outreach to non-sponsoring firms.
Build your I-983 training plan around deliverables
Draft your I-983 training plan before your start date, not after. Structure it around specific transmission line deliverables like right-of-way assessments, PLS-CADD modeling tasks, or protection relay coordination studies so the plan clearly demonstrates a direct connection to your STEM degree.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Run your job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Transmission Line Design Engineers fall under SOC 17-2071, and your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing level for that location.
Time your OPT start date around project cycles
Utility and transmission EPC firms hire on project-award timelines, not standard corporate cycles. Coordinate your OPT start date with your DSO to align with a firm's upcoming transmission project kick-off, maximizing your 36 months against actual billable work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Transmission Line Design Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in a STEM-designated field like Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering. Transmission Line Design Engineer positions typically fall under SOC 17-2071 (Electrical Engineers) or 17-2051 (Civil Engineers), both of which map to qualifying CIP codes. Confirm your specific degree's CIP code appears on the official STEM OPT designated degree list before your DSO recommends your STEM OPT I-20.
Does my employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify for STEM OPT?
Yes. STEM OPT requires your employer to be actively enrolled in E-Verify, not just registered. Most large utility companies, transmission owners, and EPC contractors are already enrolled, but regional engineering consultancies may not be. You can confirm enrollment using the E-Verify employer search tool. If a firm isn't enrolled, they cannot legally employ you under the STEM OPT extension regardless of how willing they are to hire you.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Transmission Line Design Engineer?
The I-983 requires a detailed description of how your work assignments connect to your STEM degree. For this role, that means documenting specific technical tasks: transmission line route analysis, structure loading calculations using software like PLS-CADD, protection and coordination studies, or environmental permitting work. Vague descriptions like 'engineering support' are insufficient. USCIS expects the plan to demonstrate a genuine academic connection, and your DSO must sign off before your STEM OPT start date.
How does cap-gap protection work if my H-1B is selected in the lottery?
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf before your OPT EAD expires, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year while USCIS adjudicates the petition. You can continue working as a Transmission Line Design Engineer without interruption. Your DSO issues an updated I-20 reflecting the cap-gap extension. If premium processing is used, you may receive a decision well before October 1, reducing the uncertainty period.
Where can I find Transmission Line Design Engineer jobs where employers are open to STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for employers with documented sponsorship and E-Verify enrollment history, so you're not guessing which companies will work with your STEM OPT status. Transmission and power sector employers who regularly file LCAs are surfaced based on DOL data, giving you a concrete starting point rather than mass-applying to roles that may never move forward for international candidates.