Transmission Line Design Engineer Jobs in Oregon
Transmission Line Design Engineer jobs in Oregon are concentrated in Portland, Salem, and Eugene, where utilities and engineering consultancies are steadily expanding grid infrastructure to support renewable energy integration and electrification. Oregon's most active employers include PacifiCorp, Portland General Electric, and POWER Engineers, all of which maintain lasting engineering teams in the state. The most in-demand specialties are high-voltage transmission routing, substation interconnection design, and protection and control systems. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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WSP is seeking a Transmission Line Project Engineer to join our Power Delivery Team. This position offers a flexible work arrangements, with the option to work remotely or from one of our offices across the Pacific region. Preferred locations include:
- Reno, NV
- Las Vegas, NV
- San Diego, CA
- Phoenix, AZ
- Honolulu, HI Seattle, WA
Join a growing organization where you will contribute to impactful projects, support our clients’ goals, and help solve complex engineering challenges.
This Opportunity
Provides technical leadership and guidance for the planning, design, and delivery of high‑voltage overhead transmission line projects. Tasks may include research, design, concept development, planning, client interactions, business and proposal development, construction support, and staff mentorship. Supports project development through disciplined engineering practices, coordination across multidisciplinary teams, and adherence to established quality and safety standards. Ensures responsibilities are executed with a level of technical excellence, clarity, and functional performance that meets or exceeds industry expectations.
Your Impact
The successful candidate will be able to lead, support, and coordinate the following:
Project Engineering Leadership
- Lead and execute the engineering of transmission projects up to 765kV.
- Lead and/or support the initial project execution layout to ensure an efficient and effective project plan has been established.
- Responsible for creating and maintaining a project schedule.
- Conduct weekly or bi-weekly project meetings to outline upcoming deliverables and tasks with the responsible personnel identified clearly.
- Coordinate with clients on project status and support project meetings as necessary.
- Maintain project workflow and thorough communication across multi-disciplinary projects, both internal and external to WSP.
- Forecast upcoming project requirements to assist in resource planning.
- Facilitate and adhere to WSP’s QA/QC procedures.
- Participate in industry conferences, both internal and external, to improve professional growth while fostering knowledge transfer to colleagues.
- Demonstrate transmission line design expertise pertaining to PLS-CADD, structure staking, foundations, assembly drawings, structure loading, material procurement, construction specifications, construction methods, construction estimates, and construction support.
- Lead project teams of varying sizes.
- Travel to client offices/field/vendor facilities, as needed.
Project Manager (PM) Support
- Support the Project Manager with project status reports.
- Work with PMs to develop scope, schedule, and budget for new projects.
- Work with PMs to identify out-of-scope items and support work scope variances.
- Provide weekly or bi-weekly project updates and project forecasting.
- Lead and/or support the PM with meetings with clients, both in person and remotely.
- Develop client relationships, allowing WSP the opportunity to position ourselves to win future work.
Department Support
- Support resource forecasting.
- Support recruitment efforts.
- Provide business improvement methodologies and procedures.
- Support staff performance and technical development with department leadership.
- Contribute to the business planning efforts.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
- 5-7 years’ experience in the transmission field of designing/managing projects and leading multi-disciplinary teams
- Professional Engineering (PE) licensure.
- Understanding of the NESC, RUS, and/or GO-95.
- Strong understanding of transmission line fundamentals and PLS-CADD operation
- The candidate must have a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel.
- Experience using the Microsoft Office software suite
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Field program planning, management, and execution.
- Subcontractor management.
- Cost estimating and scheduling.
- Field experience.
- MBA degree from an accredited university.
- Involvement in technical societies (IEEE, CIGRE, ASCE…)
- Experience using ArcGIS, AutoCAD/MicroStation, Foundation Design Software (FAD Tools, SHAFT, LPILE). POLE and TOWER experience.
Compensation:
Expected Salary (all locations): $100K-$177K
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
#LI-DC3
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
WSP is seeking a Transmission Line Project Engineer to join our Power Delivery Team. This position offers a flexible work arrangements, with the option to work remotely or from one of our offices across the Pacific region. Preferred locations include:
- Reno, NV
- Las Vegas, NV
- San Diego, CA
- Phoenix, AZ
- Honolulu, HI Seattle, WA
Join a growing organization where you will contribute to impactful projects, support our clients’ goals, and help solve complex engineering challenges.
This Opportunity
Provides technical leadership and guidance for the planning, design, and delivery of high‑voltage overhead transmission line projects. Tasks may include research, design, concept development, planning, client interactions, business and proposal development, construction support, and staff mentorship. Supports project development through disciplined engineering practices, coordination across multidisciplinary teams, and adherence to established quality and safety standards. Ensures responsibilities are executed with a level of technical excellence, clarity, and functional performance that meets or exceeds industry expectations.
Your Impact
The successful candidate will be able to lead, support, and coordinate the following:
Project Engineering Leadership
- Lead and execute the engineering of transmission projects up to 765kV.
- Lead and/or support the initial project execution layout to ensure an efficient and effective project plan has been established.
- Responsible for creating and maintaining a project schedule.
- Conduct weekly or bi-weekly project meetings to outline upcoming deliverables and tasks with the responsible personnel identified clearly.
- Coordinate with clients on project status and support project meetings as necessary.
- Maintain project workflow and thorough communication across multi-disciplinary projects, both internal and external to WSP.
- Forecast upcoming project requirements to assist in resource planning.
- Facilitate and adhere to WSP’s QA/QC procedures.
- Participate in industry conferences, both internal and external, to improve professional growth while fostering knowledge transfer to colleagues.
- Demonstrate transmission line design expertise pertaining to PLS-CADD, structure staking, foundations, assembly drawings, structure loading, material procurement, construction specifications, construction methods, construction estimates, and construction support.
- Lead project teams of varying sizes.
- Travel to client offices/field/vendor facilities, as needed.
Project Manager (PM) Support
- Support the Project Manager with project status reports.
- Work with PMs to develop scope, schedule, and budget for new projects.
- Work with PMs to identify out-of-scope items and support work scope variances.
- Provide weekly or bi-weekly project updates and project forecasting.
- Lead and/or support the PM with meetings with clients, both in person and remotely.
- Develop client relationships, allowing WSP the opportunity to position ourselves to win future work.
Department Support
- Support resource forecasting.
- Support recruitment efforts.
- Provide business improvement methodologies and procedures.
- Support staff performance and technical development with department leadership.
- Contribute to the business planning efforts.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
- 5-7 years’ experience in the transmission field of designing/managing projects and leading multi-disciplinary teams
- Professional Engineering (PE) licensure.
- Understanding of the NESC, RUS, and/or GO-95.
- Strong understanding of transmission line fundamentals and PLS-CADD operation
- The candidate must have a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel.
- Experience using the Microsoft Office software suite
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Field program planning, management, and execution.
- Subcontractor management.
- Cost estimating and scheduling.
- Field experience.
- MBA degree from an accredited university.
- Involvement in technical societies (IEEE, CIGRE, ASCE…)
- Experience using ArcGIS, AutoCAD/MicroStation, Foundation Design Software (FAD Tools, SHAFT, LPILE). POLE and TOWER experience.
Compensation:
Expected Salary (all locations): $100K-$177K
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
#LI-DC3
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
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- Consulting & Professional Services
- Construction & Real Estate
- Energy
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What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in transmission line design engineer jobs across Oregon.
- Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering and Land Surveying
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
- Experience with transmission line design software such as PLS-CADD or AutoCAD
- Familiarity with NERC reliability standards and WECC regional transmission requirements
- Proficiency in preparing design packages including structure loading, clearance calculations, and plan-profile drawings
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with utilities, landowners, and permitting agencies
Transmission Line Design Engineer Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a transmission line design engineer in Oregon?
Most transmission line design engineer positions in Oregon require a Professional Engineer license issued through the Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering and Land Surveying, which means passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, gaining qualifying experience under a licensed PE, and then passing the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering is the standard educational foundation, and coursework in power systems, electromagnetics, and structural analysis is directly relevant to the work.
How much do transmission line design engineers make in Oregon?
Transmission line design engineers in Oregon earn a median of about $125,160 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $83,500 for the lowest 10% to over $166,240 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire transmission line design engineers in Oregon?
Employers hiring transmission line design engineers in Oregon right now include Quanta Services, Sargent & Lundy, and HDR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Oregon's mix of investor-owned utilities and large engineering consultancies means openings appear across both owner-side and project-delivery organizations throughout the state.
Which Oregon cities have the most transmission line design engineer jobs?
Portland, Canby, and Lake Oswego account for the largest share of transmission line design engineer openings in Oregon. Portland leads because Portland General Electric and multiple national engineering firms maintain their Pacific Northwest offices there, while Salem and Eugene generate openings tied to regional utility project work and infrastructure upgrades serving those metro areas.
Are there remote transmission line design engineer jobs in Oregon?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical fields because the role regularly involves site visits, field verification, and coordination with construction crews. About 75% of transmission line design engineer openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those arrangements tend to apply most to the preliminary routing, CAD drafting, and report-writing portions of the work rather than active construction phases.
How can I get hired as a transmission line design engineer in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an electrical engineering graduate role at a utility or consulting firm that assigns new hires to transmission design under a licensed PE, which also starts the clock on the experience hours needed for Oregon PE licensure. Portland General Electric and PacifiCorp both hire early-career engineers into rotational or project-support roles. Adjacent positions such as substation design engineer or distribution system analyst give candidates exposure to power systems work and make the transition to transmission design more straightforward. Earning your Engineer-in-Training designation immediately after graduation strengthens any application.
Where can I find and apply to transmission line design engineer jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to transmission line design engineer jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oregon openings. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly through each listing.
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