Transmission Line Engineering Jobs
Transmission Line Engineering jobs are open across electric utilities, energy developers, and EPC firms, from entry-level field engineer to senior and principal roles, with specializations in high-voltage design, right-of-way analysis, and structural analysis. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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- Responsible for project execution, contract administration, planning and resource management.
- Take ownership for all aspects of project performance including technical, safety, schedule, budget, reporting and client experience through entire project lifecycle.
- Manage and direct the project team to ensure accountability. Mentor and coach team members.
- Provide technical reviews when necessary.
- Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with client functional leads and stakeholders.
- Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed safely, satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
- Support the reporting of key performance indicators for schedule, budget and other dashboard items.
- Identify and control construction risk.
- Recognize, identify, track and control change.
- Communicate and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors.
- Prepare reports in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements.
- Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results.
Essential skills and experience:
- This position requires a BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program or a business management degree.
- Knowledge of CYMCAP modeling.
- Knowledge of cable tensioning calculations and software.
- Knowledge of XLPE cable design.
- 10 or more years of experience of leading a design team in the development of complex underground transmission projects.
- Experience in cost estimate development and schedule creation and coordination.
- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
- Experience with serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role.
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities is critical to success.'
- Ability to work in a collaborative team setting.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Knowledge of High Pressure Gas Filled or High-Pressured Fluid Filled pipe type cable systems and associated equipment
- Knowledge of underground distribution or low voltage cable systems.
- PMP Certification is a plus.
- Construction and start-up experience a plus.
- PE License is a plus.
We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools.
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & Wellness
- Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- 401(k)
- Pre-Tax Commuter Account
- Merit Scholarship Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program
- Tuition Assistance
- First Professional Licensure Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Responsible for project execution, contract administration, planning and resource management.
- Take ownership for all aspects of project performance including technical, safety, schedule, budget, reporting and client experience through entire project lifecycle.
- Manage and direct the project team to ensure accountability. Mentor and coach team members.
- Provide technical reviews when necessary.
- Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with client functional leads and stakeholders.
- Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed safely, satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
- Support the reporting of key performance indicators for schedule, budget and other dashboard items.
- Identify and control construction risk.
- Recognize, identify, track and control change.
- Communicate and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors.
- Prepare reports in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements.
- Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results.
Essential skills and experience:
- This position requires a BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program or a business management degree.
- Knowledge of CYMCAP modeling.
- Knowledge of cable tensioning calculations and software.
- Knowledge of XLPE cable design.
- 10 or more years of experience of leading a design team in the development of complex underground transmission projects.
- Experience in cost estimate development and schedule creation and coordination.
- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
- Experience with serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role.
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities is critical to success.'
- Ability to work in a collaborative team setting.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Knowledge of High Pressure Gas Filled or High-Pressured Fluid Filled pipe type cable systems and associated equipment
- Knowledge of underground distribution or low voltage cable systems.
- PMP Certification is a plus.
- Construction and start-up experience a plus.
- PE License is a plus.
We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools.
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & Wellness
- Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- 401(k)
- Pre-Tax Commuter Account
- Merit Scholarship Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program
- Tuition Assistance
- First Professional Licensure Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
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Who's Hiring
- Sargent & Lundy124
- Quanta Services114
- Quanta Infrastructure Solutions69
- WSP33
- HDR30
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services98
- Construction & Real Estate93
- Energy82
- Healthcare & Medical Services18
- Transportation & Logistics8
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in transmission line engineering jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in civil, electrical, or structural engineering from an accredited program
- Proficiency in PLS-CADD for sag-tension analysis and plan-and-profile drawing production
- Experience with NESC or RUS construction standards for overhead transmission design
- Professional Engineer license or active EIT registration with a path to licensure
- Knowledge of foundation design methods including drilled pier and direct embedment
- Familiarity with right-of-way permitting processes and environmental clearance requirements
Tips for Your Transmission Line Engineering Job Search
Tailor your resume to voltage class
List the specific voltage classes you've worked on, such as 115 kV, 230 kV, or 500 kV, rather than just writing 'high-voltage experience.' Hiring managers scan for voltage class matches before reading anything else on a transmission line resume.
Certify your PLS-CADD proficiency early
PLS-CADD appears in a majority of transmission line engineering postings as a required or preferred tool. If you've used it on projects, document specific outputs you produced, like sag-tension reports or plan-and-profile drawings, rather than listing it as a bullet point alone.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists transmission line engineering openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by project delivery method
Transmission line roles differ sharply between design-only, EPC, and owner-side positions. Target postings that match how you prefer to work, whether that's deep design deliverables or field construction oversight, so your cover letter speaks directly to what the employer actually builds.
Prepare a technical design example for interviews
Most panel interviews for transmission line roles include a design scenario, such as selecting a structure type for a specific loading condition or identifying a clearance violation. Practice walking through your reasoning on a real project deliverable rather than describing your process in the abstract.
Negotiate start date around project cycles
Transmission line engineering teams often have hard deadlines tied to permitting windows or IFC drawing schedules. If you're in late-stage interviews, ask where the team is in its current project cycle before agreeing to a start date, since joining mid-deliverable affects your ramp-up significantly.
Transmission Line Engineering Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most transmission line engineerings?
The companies hiring the most transmission line engineerings right now include Sargent & Lundy, Quanta Services, and Quanta Infrastructure Solutions, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand tends to track large grid expansion and reliability projects, so hiring clusters can shift as new contracts are awarded.
How many transmission line engineering jobs are remote?
About 66% of transmission line engineering openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the field-intensive and site-dependent nature of much of the work. Engineering roles focused on design, modeling, and document production are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid flexibility, while positions involving field inspection, construction oversight, or client site work are typically on-site or regionally based.
How do you become a transmission line engineering?
Start with a bachelor's degree in civil, electrical, or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited program, as most employers require it as a baseline. Pass the FE exam to earn your EIT credential, then build experience in overhead line design, loading analysis, or utility construction to work toward your PE license. Gaining hands-on proficiency in PLS-CADD and learning NESC standards through project work accelerates your path into dedicated transmission line roles.
Can you get a transmission line engineering job with little experience?
Entry-level transmission line engineering positions do exist, typically at EPC firms and large utilities that hire recent graduates into structured engineering rotations. Your strongest assets without field experience are demonstrated coursework in structural or power systems analysis, any internship work touching utility or energy infrastructure, and a working knowledge of PLS-CADD or similar line design tools. Targeting firms with active apprenticeship or engineer development programs gives you the clearest on-ramp.
What does the transmission line engineering interview process look like?
Most hiring processes start with a recruiter or HR screen focused on your background and availability, followed by a technical interview with a senior engineer or project manager. Expect questions on structure loading, sag-tension concepts, NESC clearance requirements, and your experience with line design software. Some firms add a design exercise or ask you to walk through a past project deliverable. Final rounds often include a meeting with the team lead or a site visit.
Where can I find and apply to transmission line engineering jobs?
You can find and apply to transmission line engineering jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to each one that fits.
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