Transmission Line Engineer Jobs

Transmission Line Engineer jobs are open across electric utilities, engineering consulting firms, independent power producers, and public works agencies, at levels from entry-level design engineer to senior and principal, with specializations in high-voltage transmission design, right-of-way engineering, and protection and controls. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles589+
Top stateTexas
Top employerSargent & Lundy
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type55% Hybrid
Top industryConstruction

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Transmission Line Design Engineer
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Transmission Line Design Engineer
AES Corporation
Indianapolis, Indiana
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
51-200

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Transmission Line Mechanic-C-A
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Transmission Line Mechanic-C-A
American Electric Power
Roanoke, Virginia
Logistics & Fleet Management
Project Management
$31.33 - $58.62/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Co-op, Transmission Line Design Services
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Co-op, Transmission Line Design Services
Georgia Transmission Corporation
Tucker, Georgia
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
On-Site
201-500

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Structural Engineer Intern, Transmission Line (Bloomington)
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Structural Engineer Intern, Transmission Line (Bloomington)
Black & Veatch
Bloomington, Minnesota
Biotech & Life Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
$19.71 - $36.86/hr
10,000+

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Transmission Line Engineer
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Transmission Line Engineer
Global Technology Partners
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
$90k - $130k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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Transmission Line Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Sargent & Lundy112
  • Quanta Services100
  • Quanta Infrastructure Solutions61
  • HDR37
  • WSP37

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate76
  • Consulting & Professional Services61
  • Energy20
  • Healthcare & Medical Services20
  • Transportation & Logistics11

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in transmission line engineer jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or civil engineering required
  • Proficiency in PLS-CADD or similar line design software
  • Professional Engineer license or active EIT registration
  • Experience with high-voltage transmission line design from 69 kV to 500 kV
  • Knowledge of NESC construction and clearance standards
  • Familiarity with right-of-way acquisition and easement processes

Tips for Your Transmission Line Engineer Job Search

Tailor your resume to voltage classes

Hiring managers scan for specific voltage experience, so list each project's kV rating explicitly. A resume that calls out 345 kV or 500 kV work gets shortlisted faster than one that only says 'high-voltage transmission design.'

Get your PE license before applying

Many transmission line engineer postings list a Professional Engineer license as required, not preferred. If you're EIT-eligible, note your expected PE date clearly on your resume so recruiters don't screen you out automatically.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists transmission line engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Show PLS-CADD proficiency with real examples

PLS-CADD is the industry-standard line design tool, and employers expect hands-on fluency. Name specific deliverables you produced, such as plan-and-profile drawings or structure spotting reports, rather than simply listing the software.

Target roles aligned with your NERC region knowledge

Transmission planning standards differ by NERC reliability region, and employers often favor candidates familiar with their region's criteria. Check whether a posting mentions WECC, MISO, or PJM and reflect the relevant standards in your cover letter.

Prepare technical scenarios for the design interview

Expect to walk through a sag-and-tension calculation or a structure selection decision in the technical interview. Reviewing your most complex project and being ready to explain your load assumptions and clearance checks will set you apart.

Transmission Line Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most transmission line engineers?

Sargent & Lundy, Quanta Services, and Quanta Infrastructure Solutions are hiring the most transmission line engineers right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Florida, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity tends to be highest at investor-owned utilities and large engineering consulting firms supporting grid expansion projects.

How many transmission line engineer jobs are remote?

About 66% of transmission line engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on field and design coordination demands of most roles. The sub-areas most compatible with remote work include transmission planning, standards development, and PLS-CADD modeling work that doesn't require regular site visits.

How do you become a transmission line engineer?

Start with a bachelor's degree in electrical or civil engineering, then pursue entry-level roles in power delivery or transmission design to build line design fundamentals. Earning your EIT credential early and working toward a PE license is essential, since most senior roles require licensure. Hands-on experience with PLS-CADD and exposure to NESC standards accelerates your path to independent project work.

How do you get hired as a transmission line engineer with little experience?

Focus on roles titled transmission design engineer or electric utility engineer, which are more open to candidates with strong academic foundations and internship experience. Coursework or projects involving power systems analysis, structural loading, or AutoCAD transfers well. Highlighting any utility internship, co-op, or academic capstone involving line or substation design signals readiness to hiring teams looking to train early-career engineers.

What does the transmission line engineer interview process look like?

Most employers run a phone screen with HR followed by a technical interview with an engineering manager or senior engineer. The technical round typically involves a case study or verbal walkthrough of a sag-and-tension scenario, structure selection logic, or clearance calculation. Final rounds often include a team fit interview and may involve meeting project managers who would assign you to active transmission line projects.

Where can I find and apply to transmission line engineer jobs?

You can find and apply to transmission line engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from electric utilities, engineering consultancies, and public power agencies across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each opening that fits.

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