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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QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.
Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
Job Title: Design Engineer - Transmission Line
At QISG, our Transmission Line teams play a vital role in the safe, reliable, and efficient delivery of power across communities and regions. We design, build, maintain, and upgrade high-voltage transmission infrastructure that supports the backbone of the electric grid. Whether working on new construction, line upgrades, or critical maintenance, our teams ensure projects are executed with the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance. Our work involves both traditional methods and the latest industry innovations to deliver sustainable, cost-effective, and reliable solutions for our customers.
- Perform, lead, and oversee all engineering responsibilities related to overhead transmission line design. This includes PLS-CADD modeling, line routing, structure analysis and loading trees, developing design criteria, sag-tension calculations, wire blowout, swing angle, damper
- Utilize AutoCAD, MicroStation, ArcGIS, and other CAD software for scaled drawings and mapping.
- Implement engineering redlines with precision and ensure accuracy before finalizing drafting/drawing.
- Conduct engineering calculations, including voltage drop, cable pulling, flicker analysis, and pole loading assessments.
- Prepare joint utility use authorizations based on field data and engineer redlines.
- Ensure compliance with local regulations, design codes (NESC, IEEE, ANSI, IBC), and construction standards.
- Perform quality reviews to check for inaccuracies, omissions, or compliance issues, and provide recommendations.
- Work collaboratively with engineers and project teams to develop solutions and modifications as needed.
- Maintain detailed project documentation and support engineering calculations.
- Work a minimum of 40 hours per week, with potential for up to 50 hours and occasional overtime.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- 2+ years of related experience with routing and design of high voltage overhead transmission line facilities
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, ArcGIS, or similar CAD tools.
- Experience with power distribution engineering software (PLS-POLE, TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD preferred).
- Understanding of design codes and standards such as NESC, IEEE, ANSI, IBC.
- Strong knowledge of engineering drafting and design principles.
- Ability to travel as necessary, up to 10% of the time
WHAT YOU'LL GET
- Competitive Compensation
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Holiday Pay
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Comprehensive Health Coverage
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional Development
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Discount Program
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
About us
QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.
Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
Job Title: Design Engineer - Transmission Line
At QISG, our Transmission Line teams play a vital role in the safe, reliable, and efficient delivery of power across communities and regions. We design, build, maintain, and upgrade high-voltage transmission infrastructure that supports the backbone of the electric grid. Whether working on new construction, line upgrades, or critical maintenance, our teams ensure projects are executed with the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance. Our work involves both traditional methods and the latest industry innovations to deliver sustainable, cost-effective, and reliable solutions for our customers.
- Perform, lead, and oversee all engineering responsibilities related to overhead transmission line design. This includes PLS-CADD modeling, line routing, structure analysis and loading trees, developing design criteria, sag-tension calculations, wire blowout, swing angle, damper
- Utilize AutoCAD, MicroStation, ArcGIS, and other CAD software for scaled drawings and mapping.
- Implement engineering redlines with precision and ensure accuracy before finalizing drafting/drawing.
- Conduct engineering calculations, including voltage drop, cable pulling, flicker analysis, and pole loading assessments.
- Prepare joint utility use authorizations based on field data and engineer redlines.
- Ensure compliance with local regulations, design codes (NESC, IEEE, ANSI, IBC), and construction standards.
- Perform quality reviews to check for inaccuracies, omissions, or compliance issues, and provide recommendations.
- Work collaboratively with engineers and project teams to develop solutions and modifications as needed.
- Maintain detailed project documentation and support engineering calculations.
- Work a minimum of 40 hours per week, with potential for up to 50 hours and occasional overtime.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- 2+ years of related experience with routing and design of high voltage overhead transmission line facilities
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, ArcGIS, or similar CAD tools.
- Experience with power distribution engineering software (PLS-POLE, TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD preferred).
- Understanding of design codes and standards such as NESC, IEEE, ANSI, IBC.
- Strong knowledge of engineering drafting and design principles.
- Ability to travel as necessary, up to 10% of the time
WHAT YOU'LL GET
- Competitive Compensation
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Holiday Pay
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Comprehensive Health Coverage
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional Development
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Discount Program
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
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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.
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Find Transmission Line Design Engineer JobsFrequently 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 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.
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