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Job Title: Transmission Line Engineer II
At Exo, integrity isn’t just a value it’s the foundation of the work we do to keep our nation’s infrastructure reliable and safe. From field assessments to innovative restoration solutions, we combine precision, integrity, and purpose in everything we do. Our team helps ensure power stays on, schools stay open, businesses thrive, and communities stay safe. You’ll work with a respected team of experts solving meaningful challenges that protect communities and ensure the integrity of infrastructure.
Position Summary: The Transmission Line Engineer III is a mid-to-senior level engineering role responsible for the design, analysis, and execution of overhead transmission line projects. This position plays a key role in delivering high-quality engineering solutions across a range of voltages and project types, including utility, renewable energy, and data center infrastructure.
The ideal candidate is technically strong, adaptable, and eager to expand their expertise across the full lifecycle of transmission line design. This role will initially focus on hands-on engineering and project execution, with a clear growth path into both technical expertise and engineering leadership with engineering management responsibilities, including mentoring junior engineers and contributing to team development and project management.
Position Summary: The Transmission Line Engineer II is an early to mid-level engineering role responsible for supporting the design, analysis, and execution of overhead transmission line projects. This position contributes to delivering high-quality engineering solutions across a range of voltages and project types, including utility, renewable energy, and data center infrastructure.
The ideal candidate is a nimble and motivated engineer with a strong technical foundation who is eager to learn and grow. This role focuses on developing proficiency across the full spectrum of transmission line design tasks while working closely with experienced engineers and contributing to successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform design and analysis of overhead transmission lines ranging from 12.4kV to 345kV
- Develop and contribute to complete transmission line design packages, including:
o Plan and Profile Drawings
o Structure Framing Drawings
o Load and Design Drawings
o Insulator Details
o Grounding Details
o Guying and Anchor Design
o Foundation Design and Drawings
o Sag and Tension Tables
o Bill of Materials (BOM)
- Utilize industry-standard software such as PLS-CADD and PLS-Pole for modeling and design
- Support or assist with transmission line foundation design using tools such as MFAD, HFAD, or TFAD
- Collaborate with senior engineers, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams to support project execution
- Assist in preparing project deliverables, maintaining schedules, and ensuring quality standards are met
- Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback into engineering deliverables
- Continuously expand knowledge of engineering standards, tools, and best practices
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field
- 2–4 years of transmission line design experience
- FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) certification required
- Passage of the Professional Engineering Exam or PE license desirable but not required
- Demonstrated experience and competency in:
o PLS-CADD and PLS-Pole (required)
- Working knowledge or exposure to:
o PLS-Tower (a plus)
o FAD-Tools (MFAD, HFAD, TFAD) for foundation design (desirable)
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite; ability to write Excel macros is desirable
- Experience designing across voltages from 12.4kV through 345kV
- Exposure to higher voltages (500kV or 765kV) is a plus
- Experience supporting renewable energy and/or data center transmission projects is desirable
- Ability to contribute to full transmission line design packages
- Strong understanding of fundamental transmission line engineering principles, codes, and standards
- Strong desire to learn, grow, and take on increasing responsibility
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer and performing design tasks
- Ability to occasionally stand, walk, and move about office or project sites
- Ability to travel occasionally to project sites, client meetings, or field reviews
- Ability to conduct site visits, including walking on uneven terrain and exposure to outdoor weather conditions
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds (e.g., field equipment, plans, or materials)
- Visual acuity sufficient to review detailed engineering drawings, models, and calculations
Mental Requirements:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply engineering fundamentals to design challenges
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with guidance from senior engineers
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new tools, technologies, and project requirements
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work both independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively within a team environment
- Openness to feedback and continuous professional development
FLSA Status: Exempt
Pay Range: $110,000-130,000 Annually
Reports to: Manager, Transmission Line Design
Work Location: Remote or The Woodlands if located outside of the Houston area
Note: The above job description is a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements typically associated with the role of a Transmission Line Engineer III. The specific duties and requirements may vary depending on organizational requirements and industry standards.
Benefits:
Exo offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability
- Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Critical Illness
- 401k with company match
- PTO
- 10 paid holidays
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for the Transmission Line Engineer II. The specific duties and requirements may vary depending on the organization’s needs.
Exo is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field
- 2–4 years of transmission line design experience
- FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) certification required
- Passage of the Professional Engineering Exam or PE license desirable but not required
- Demonstrated experience and competency in:
o PLS-CADD and PLS-Pole (required)
- Working knowledge or exposure to:
o PLS-Tower (a plus)
o FAD-Tools (MFAD, HFAD, TFAD) for foundation design (desirable)
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite; ability to write Excel macros is desirable
- Experience designing across voltages from 12.4kV through 345kV
- Exposure to higher voltages (500kV or 765kV) is a plus
- Experience supporting renewable energy and/or data center transmission projects is desirable
- Ability to contribute to full transmission line design packages
- Strong understanding of fundamental transmission line engineering principles, codes, and standards
- Strong desire to learn, grow, and take on increasing responsibility
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer and performing design tasks
- Ability to occasionally stand, walk, and move about office or project sites
- Ability to travel occasionally to project sites, client meetings, or field reviews
- Ability to conduct site visits, including walking on uneven terrain and exposure to outdoor weather conditions
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds (e.g., field equipment, plans, or materials)
- Visual acuity sufficient to review detailed engineering drawings, models, and calculations
Mental Requirements:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply engineering fundamentals to design challenges
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with guidance from senior engineers
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new tools, technologies, and project requirements
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work both independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively within a team environment
- Openness to feedback and continuous professional development
The Transmission Line Engineer II is an early to mid-level engineering role responsible for supporting the design, analysis, and execution of overhead transmission line projects. This position contributes to delivering high-quality engineering solutions across a range of voltages and project types, including utility, renewable energy, and data center infrastructure.
The ideal candidate is a nimble and motivated engineer with a strong technical foundation who is eager to learn and grow. This role focuses on developing proficiency across the full spectrum of transmission line design tasks while working closely with experienced engineers and contributing to successful project delivery.
Job Title: Transmission Line Engineer II
At Exo, integrity isn’t just a value it’s the foundation of the work we do to keep our nation’s infrastructure reliable and safe. From field assessments to innovative restoration solutions, we combine precision, integrity, and purpose in everything we do. Our team helps ensure power stays on, schools stay open, businesses thrive, and communities stay safe. You’ll work with a respected team of experts solving meaningful challenges that protect communities and ensure the integrity of infrastructure.
Position Summary: The Transmission Line Engineer III is a mid-to-senior level engineering role responsible for the design, analysis, and execution of overhead transmission line projects. This position plays a key role in delivering high-quality engineering solutions across a range of voltages and project types, including utility, renewable energy, and data center infrastructure.
The ideal candidate is technically strong, adaptable, and eager to expand their expertise across the full lifecycle of transmission line design. This role will initially focus on hands-on engineering and project execution, with a clear growth path into both technical expertise and engineering leadership with engineering management responsibilities, including mentoring junior engineers and contributing to team development and project management.
Position Summary: The Transmission Line Engineer II is an early to mid-level engineering role responsible for supporting the design, analysis, and execution of overhead transmission line projects. This position contributes to delivering high-quality engineering solutions across a range of voltages and project types, including utility, renewable energy, and data center infrastructure.
The ideal candidate is a nimble and motivated engineer with a strong technical foundation who is eager to learn and grow. This role focuses on developing proficiency across the full spectrum of transmission line design tasks while working closely with experienced engineers and contributing to successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform design and analysis of overhead transmission lines ranging from 12.4kV to 345kV
- Develop and contribute to complete transmission line design packages, including:
o Plan and Profile Drawings
o Structure Framing Drawings
o Load and Design Drawings
o Insulator Details
o Grounding Details
o Guying and Anchor Design
o Foundation Design and Drawings
o Sag and Tension Tables
o Bill of Materials (BOM)
- Utilize industry-standard software such as PLS-CADD and PLS-Pole for modeling and design
- Support or assist with transmission line foundation design using tools such as MFAD, HFAD, or TFAD
- Collaborate with senior engineers, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams to support project execution
- Assist in preparing project deliverables, maintaining schedules, and ensuring quality standards are met
- Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback into engineering deliverables
- Continuously expand knowledge of engineering standards, tools, and best practices
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field
- 2–4 years of transmission line design experience
- FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) certification required
- Passage of the Professional Engineering Exam or PE license desirable but not required
- Demonstrated experience and competency in:
o PLS-CADD and PLS-Pole (required)
- Working knowledge or exposure to:
o PLS-Tower (a plus)
o FAD-Tools (MFAD, HFAD, TFAD) for foundation design (desirable)
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite; ability to write Excel macros is desirable
- Experience designing across voltages from 12.4kV through 345kV
- Exposure to higher voltages (500kV or 765kV) is a plus
- Experience supporting renewable energy and/or data center transmission projects is desirable
- Ability to contribute to full transmission line design packages
- Strong understanding of fundamental transmission line engineering principles, codes, and standards
- Strong desire to learn, grow, and take on increasing responsibility
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer and performing design tasks
- Ability to occasionally stand, walk, and move about office or project sites
- Ability to travel occasionally to project sites, client meetings, or field reviews
- Ability to conduct site visits, including walking on uneven terrain and exposure to outdoor weather conditions
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds (e.g., field equipment, plans, or materials)
- Visual acuity sufficient to review detailed engineering drawings, models, and calculations
Mental Requirements:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply engineering fundamentals to design challenges
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with guidance from senior engineers
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new tools, technologies, and project requirements
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work both independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively within a team environment
- Openness to feedback and continuous professional development
FLSA Status: Exempt
Pay Range: $110,000-130,000 Annually
Reports to: Manager, Transmission Line Design
Work Location: Remote or The Woodlands if located outside of the Houston area
Note: The above job description is a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements typically associated with the role of a Transmission Line Engineer III. The specific duties and requirements may vary depending on organizational requirements and industry standards.
Benefits:
Exo offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability
- Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Critical Illness
- 401k with company match
- PTO
- 10 paid holidays
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for the Transmission Line Engineer II. The specific duties and requirements may vary depending on the organization’s needs.
Exo is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field
- 2–4 years of transmission line design experience
- FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) certification required
- Passage of the Professional Engineering Exam or PE license desirable but not required
- Demonstrated experience and competency in:
o PLS-CADD and PLS-Pole (required)
- Working knowledge or exposure to:
o PLS-Tower (a plus)
o FAD-Tools (MFAD, HFAD, TFAD) for foundation design (desirable)
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite; ability to write Excel macros is desirable
- Experience designing across voltages from 12.4kV through 345kV
- Exposure to higher voltages (500kV or 765kV) is a plus
- Experience supporting renewable energy and/or data center transmission projects is desirable
- Ability to contribute to full transmission line design packages
- Strong understanding of fundamental transmission line engineering principles, codes, and standards
- Strong desire to learn, grow, and take on increasing responsibility
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer and performing design tasks
- Ability to occasionally stand, walk, and move about office or project sites
- Ability to travel occasionally to project sites, client meetings, or field reviews
- Ability to conduct site visits, including walking on uneven terrain and exposure to outdoor weather conditions
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds (e.g., field equipment, plans, or materials)
- Visual acuity sufficient to review detailed engineering drawings, models, and calculations
Mental Requirements:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply engineering fundamentals to design challenges
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with guidance from senior engineers
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new tools, technologies, and project requirements
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work both independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively within a team environment
- Openness to feedback and continuous professional development
The Transmission Line Engineer II is an early to mid-level engineering role responsible for supporting the design, analysis, and execution of overhead transmission line projects. This position contributes to delivering high-quality engineering solutions across a range of voltages and project types, including utility, renewable energy, and data center infrastructure.
The ideal candidate is a nimble and motivated engineer with a strong technical foundation who is eager to learn and grow. This role focuses on developing proficiency across the full spectrum of transmission line design tasks while working closely with experienced engineers and contributing to successful project delivery.
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Who's Hiring
- Sargent & Lundy122
- Burns & McDonnell46
- Quanta Services43
- WSP25
- Quanta Infrastructure Solutions24
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services184
- Energy93
- Construction & Real Estate71
- Transportation & Logistics16
- Healthcare & Medical Services14
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in 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 Transmission Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to grid projects
List specific transmission projects by voltage class, such as 138 kV or 345 kV, and name the planning or protection software you used. Hiring managers scan for tools like PSS/E, PowerWorld, or PSCAD before reading anything else.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists transmission engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by interconnection region
Transmission roles are often tied to NERC reliability regions and ISO territories. Filtering for roles in your target region, such as MISO, PJM, or WECC, helps you find employers whose work matches your project background and relevant interconnection standards.
Earn a PE license before you apply broadly
Many utility and independent transmission owner postings list a Professional Engineer license as required, not preferred. If you're in the process of getting licensed, say so explicitly on your resume with your expected exam date so recruiters don't screen you out early.
Prepare a technical walkthrough for interviews
Expect at least one round where you walk through a load flow study, a protection coordination case, or a stability analysis you ran. Practice explaining your modeling assumptions and how you validated results, not just the output.
Negotiate relocation terms for field-heavy roles
Transmission roles at utilities and EPCs often involve site work at substations or right-of-way inspections. Before accepting an offer, clarify travel expectations, per diem policy, and whether relocation assistance is available, since these terms vary widely by employer.
Transmission Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most transmission engineers?
The companies hiring the most transmission engineers right now include Sargent & Lundy, Burns & McDonnell, and Quanta Services, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Utilities, independent transmission owners, and large engineering and procurement construction firms account for the majority of postings.
How many transmission engineer jobs are remote?
About 65% of transmission engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the office-heavy and occasionally field-based nature of the role. Planning and power flow analysis work tends to be the most remote-friendly, while protection engineering and substation design roles more often require on-site or regional travel.
How do you become a transmission engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, with coursework in power systems, circuit analysis, and electromagnetic fields. Gain early experience through internships at utilities or engineering consultancies, then build proficiency in industry-standard modeling software. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and later the PE exam significantly expands the range of roles available to you.
Can you get a transmission engineer job with little or no experience?
Yes, entry-level transmission engineer roles exist, particularly at large utilities and engineering consultancies that run formal rotational or new-graduate programs. Internship experience with power flow software, senior capstone projects involving grid analysis, or exposure to NERC standards through coursework all help you compete. Smaller independent transmission owners are less likely to hire without some prior power systems work.
What does the transmission engineer interview process look like?
Most transmission engineer interviews run two to three rounds. An initial screening call focuses on your background and software experience. A technical round typically involves working through a power systems scenario, explaining a past project in detail, or answering questions on protection coordination and reliability standards. Final rounds often include a hiring manager conversation and, at utilities, a panel with senior engineers.
Where can I find and apply to transmission engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to transmission engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing from the page.
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