Transmission Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania

Transmission Engineer jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently in demand, concentrated in the state's robust electric utility, grid modernization, and energy infrastructure sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level design roles through senior system planners and project leads. The heaviest hiring activity is in and around Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Harrisburg corridor, where major employers like PJM Interconnection, PPL Corporation, and Duquesne Light maintain significant operations. The most sought-after specialties are high-voltage system design, PJM market operations, and grid reliability analysis. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles20
Top employerWestwood Professional Services
Top cityLansdale, PA
Cities hiring8
Work type56% Hybrid
Top industryConsulting

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Transmission Engineer II - Power Delivery
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Transmission Engineer II - Power Delivery
Westwood Professional Services
Lansdale, Pennsylvania
Cloud & DevOps
Cloud Engineering
Network Engineering
Systems Administration
1,001-5,000

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Transmission Engineer III
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Transmission Engineer III
Westwood Professional Services
Lansdale, Pennsylvania
Cloud & DevOps
Cloud Engineering
Network Engineering
Systems Administration
Bachelor's degree in engineering
1,001-5,000

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Senior Underground Transmission Engineer
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Senior Underground Transmission Engineer
Westwood Professional Services
Lansdale, Pennsylvania
Engineering (Non-Software)
Product Management
Technical Product & Program Management
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Project Engineer II/III- Transmission
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Project Engineer II/III- Transmission
FirstEnergy
Reading, Pennsylvania
Engineering (Non-Software)
Product Management
Technical Product & Program Management
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Transmission Line Engineer
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Transmission Line Engineer
GFT
Monroeville, Pennsylvania
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
$90k - $125k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Transmission Engineer Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Lansdale
6 jobs
Reading
3 jobs
Homestead
3 jobs
Conshohocken
2 jobs
Cranberry Township
2 jobs
Greensburg
1 job
Pittsburgh
1 job
Monroeville
1 job

Transmission Engineer Job Market in Pennsylvania

A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Westwood Professional Services6 open roles
GAI Consultants3 open roles
Sargent & Lundy3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in transmission engineer jobs across Pennsylvania.

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or closely related field required
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license issued or recognized by Pennsylvania required for senior roles
  • Experience with PJM Interconnection standards, procedures, and market operations
  • Proficiency in power systems analysis software such as PSS/E or PSCAD
  • Knowledge of NERC reliability standards and FERC transmission planning requirements
  • Strong background in high-voltage substation design or transmission line engineering

Transmission Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a transmission engineer in Pennsylvania?

Most transmission engineer roles in Pennsylvania require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and registration as a Professional Engineer through the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists. Candidates typically begin by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, gaining four years of qualifying experience, then sitting for the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. Entry-level positions at Pennsylvania utilities and consulting firms often accept new graduates while they pursue licensure.

Which companies hire transmission engineers in Pennsylvania?

Employers hiring transmission engineers in Pennsylvania right now include Westwood Professional Services, GAI Consultants, and Sargent & Lundy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pennsylvania's role as home to PJM Interconnection's headquarters means a concentration of regional transmission organization roles that is unusual compared to most other states.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most transmission engineer jobs?

Lansdale, Reading, and Homestead have the most transmission engineer openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia's proximity to PJM Interconnection in Audubon drives heavy demand there, Pittsburgh's legacy energy infrastructure and consulting sector sustain a strong market in the west, and the Harrisburg area anchors mid-state grid and utility work tied to PPL Corporation and state regulatory activity.

Are there remote transmission engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes, but they're limited. Transmission engineering involves substantial field coordination, site visits, and utility system work that keeps most roles on-site or hybrid. About 78% of transmission engineer openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote positions concentrated in planning, modeling, and interconnection study functions rather than design or construction roles.

How can I get hired as a transmission engineer in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a new-graduate or rotational engineering program at a Pennsylvania electric utility or regional consulting firm. PPL Corporation and Duquesne Light both run structured early-career programs that place graduates into transmission planning or substation engineering roles. Lateral moves from distribution engineering, power systems modeling, or utility operations are common, and passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam before graduating significantly strengthens a Pennsylvania application.

Where can I find and apply to transmission engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?

You can find and apply to transmission engineer jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings from utilities, RTOs, and engineering firms active in the state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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