Transmission Engineer Jobs in Tennessee
Transmission Engineer jobs in Tennessee are open across Chattanooga and Nashville and other Tennessee metros, with employers like Burns & McDonnell, Mesa Associates, and Quanta Infrastructure Solutions hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description
The Senior Transmission Engineer will lead the design of complex transmission line projects. Responsibilities will include project technical oversight, providing technical expertise, and leading technical design staff. This position will be a recognized industry leader in transmission line design and provide best practices for related projects.
- Lead transmission design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers, including EFM, Conductor Sizing, Induction, Impedance, Losses, and Voltage Drop design.
- Prepare transmission equipment: packaged equipment specifications and data sheets, Request for Qualifications (RFQ's), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
- Lead economic conductor selection studies, lightning performance, and grounding calculations/studies.
- Lead calculations for required electrical clearances based on NESC or other applicable codes and resources. Lead in the communication of the interpretation and application of necessary NERC, FERC, and regional requirements and standards.
- Review transmission equipment vendor drawings; data interface with suppliers, clients, other engineering disciplines, detailers, and designers.
- Participate in developing the project schedule, scope, budget, staffing plan, and construction plan. Responsible for the effective management of change orders.
- Applies expert knowledge of commonly used transmission concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the transmission engineering services industry.
- Applies knowledge and experience to complex projects, finds non-standard design solutions.
- Quality review production drawings for a variety of projects and project-related data as required by the project managers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD-related software.
- Quality review of the construction administration, including coordination with field personnel to resolve design-related installation issues, calculations, field inspections, and testing of transmission systems.
- Leads field inspections, installation, measurements, or calculations for public and private clients.
- Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.
- Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers, and contractors, and develop new business opportunities. Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met.
- Participate in sales and marketing efforts and identify key pursuits.
- Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.
- Prepare and present project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to the transmission engineering practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
- Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
- Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines.
- Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program and 7 years of transmission engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.
- Or Bachelor's Degree in Civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 7 years of transmission engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.
- Or Master's Degree in Engineering and 6 years of transmission engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.
- Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong knowledge of transmission design codes and computer skills (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD), and/or hydraulic, hydrologic, pavement, transmission analysis programs. Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members. Ability to lead the execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
- Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.
- Ability to travel.
- Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Electrical Engineering
Primary Location US-GA-Atlanta
Other Locations US-TN-Chattanooga, US-NC-Charlotte
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Req ID: 262174
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #T&D
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Transmission Engineer Job Market in Tennessee
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Who's Hiring
- Mesa Associates3

- Burns & McDonnell2

- Quanta Infrastructure Solutions2

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services6
- Energy2
- Construction & Real Estate1
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in transmission engineer jobs across Tennessee.
- 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
Transmission Engineer Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How many transmission engineer jobs are there in Tennessee?
There are 7+ transmission engineer openings in Tennessee on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chattanooga and Nashville. New positions post regularly as employers across Tennessee hire.
Which Tennessee cities have the most transmission engineer jobs?
Chattanooga and Nashville have the most transmission engineer openings in Tennessee right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire transmission engineers in Tennessee?
Employers hiring transmission engineers in Tennessee include Burns & McDonnell, Mesa Associates, and Quanta Infrastructure Solutions, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote transmission engineer jobs in Tennessee?
Yes. About 0% of transmission engineer openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Tennessee metros.
How do I apply for transmission engineer jobs in Tennessee?
You can apply to transmission engineer jobs in Tennessee directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Tennessee location, then apply to each one that fits.
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