Entry Level Transmission Line Design Jobs
New grad transmission line design jobs open doors for recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a design portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across 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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Top stateArizona
Top employerQuanta Services
Top cityScottsdale, AZ
Work type56% On-site
Top industryConstruction
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Design Engineer - Transmission Line
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Quanta Services
Design Engineer - Transmission Line
Delta, Utah
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Design Engineer - Transmission Line
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Design Engineer - Transmission Line
Quanta Services·Delta, Utah
Job functions:
2+ yrs exp.
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in engineering
Full Time
10,000+ employees
Job Description
About Us
QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.
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
Job Title: Design Engineer - Transmission Line
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
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
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.
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.
Quanta Services
Design Engineer - Transmission Line
Delta, Utah
Added 4mo ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
2+ yrs exp.
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in engineering
Full Time
Job Description
About Us
QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.
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
Job Title: Design Engineer - Transmission Line
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
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
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.
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 Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level transmission line design job?
Employers hiring at the entry level look for foundational knowledge in power systems, AutoCAD or PLS-CADD drafting software, and familiarity with NESC standards. A degree in electrical or civil engineering gives you a strong base, but internship experience, a capstone project involving line routing or structure design, and any relevant coursework in transmission planning can all give a junior candidate a real edge.
Which companies hire entry level transmission line designs?
Companies hiring entry level transmission line designs 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. Utilities, engineering consulting firms, and energy infrastructure contractors tend to be the most active employers at this experience level.
Are there remote entry level transmission line design jobs?
Yes, though most openings lean on-site given the field-coordination nature of the work. About 44% of entry level transmission line design openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, concentrated in roles focused on CAD drafting, design review, or data modeling rather than fieldwork or site surveying.
Are these new grad transmission line design jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior transmission line design roles. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-ops toward the requirement, or accepts a strong portfolio in place of full-time work history. Look for language like "entry level," "new graduate," or "will train" in the job description.
Which industries hire the most entry level transmission line designs?
Entry Level transmission line design roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Grid modernization investment, renewable energy interconnection projects, and aging infrastructure upgrades are driving steady demand for junior designers across these sectors.