Entry Level Transmission Line Design Engineer Jobs
New grad transmission line design engineer jobs open the door for recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a portfolio of design projects can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles concentrated in Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Energy, with employers like Quanta Services, WSP in the U.S., and Quanta Infrastructure Solutions hiring at this level now.
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About Us
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
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.
What You'll Do
- 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
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
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
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.
What You'll Do
- 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
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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Entry Level Transmission Line Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level transmission line design engineer job?
Entry level transmission line design engineer roles typically look for candidates with a degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field, plus hands-on exposure through internships, senior capstone projects, or coursework in power systems and line design. Familiarity with PLS-CADD or similar line design software gives candidates a clear edge, and tailoring your application to highlight any fieldwork, tower loading studies, or right-of-way experience helps you stand out at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level transmission line design engineers?
Companies hiring entry level transmission line design engineers right now include Quanta Services, WSP in the U.S., and Quanta Infrastructure Solutions, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from electric utilities, power delivery consultancies, and engineering firms supporting grid infrastructure and transmission expansion projects.
Are there remote entry level transmission line design engineer jobs?
Yes, though most openings at this level are on-site or hybrid given the fieldwork and collaborative review components of transmission line design. About 44% of entry level transmission line design engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, so candidates open to on-site work will find the widest range of opportunities.
Are these new grad transmission line design engineer jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles in transmission line design. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or co-op work in place of full-time history, or calls out a degree in electrical engineering as the primary qualification. If a role mentions entry level or junior in the title or description, it is generally open to candidates applying right out of school.
Which industries hire the most entry level transmission line design engineers?
Entry Level transmission line design engineer roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because ongoing grid modernization, renewable energy integration, and transmission infrastructure expansion all require entry level engineers to support line routing, structural analysis, and design deliverables.