Transmission Line Engineering Jobs in California
Transmission line engineering jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in investor-owned utilities, renewable energy developers, and public power agencies as California accelerates grid modernization and offshore wind buildout, with openings at every level from entry-level design engineers through senior project leads. The heaviest hiring is centered in the Sacramento, Los Angeles, and San Francisco Bay Area metros, where employers like Pacific Gas and Electric, Southern California Edison, and Bechtel have long-standing California operations and recurring engineering needs. The most in-demand specialties are high-voltage line design, transmission planning, and protection and controls engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Category: Engineering / Science
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Business Unit: Strategy & Growth
Work Type: Hybrid
Job Location: Oakland
Department Overview
The hardworking coworkers of Electric Engineering ensure all manners of electric engineering—including electric standards and process safety, electric design engineering, instrumentation testing and controls, undergrounding, electric regulatory compliance and electric investment planning—are in place to safely enable a strategic and stable workplan for our Electric Operations partners. Our organization is accountable for program planning, financial budgeting, and project execution and delivery of all electric engineering projects. Electric Engineering is comprised of approximately 2,000 coworkers.
The Civil Engineering and Design team in Electric Engineering is responsible for civil engineering work for PG&E’s transmission poles and towers. Civil design includes, but not limited to, structure and foundation analysis and design, as well as reviewing and developing civil drawings.
Position Summary
This position is represented by Engineers and Scientists of California (ESC) subject to collective bargaining.
Under supervision and with latitude for independent action or decision, this entry-level position performs engineering work on a professional level in design of engineering jobs, projects, or parts thereof.
This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and your assigned work location based on business need. The a ssigned work location will be within the PG&E Service Territory.
PG&E is providing the hourly rate range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job. The actual hourly rate paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, collective bargaining agreement, and internal equity.
Under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement, the hourly rate range for this position is $46.94 to $78.14, subject to collectively bargained wage increases.
Job Responsibilities
Actively promote safe practices and conduct in accordance with the Corporate Safety policy. Prepares designs, calculations, drawings, layouts and/or studies from field inspections, preliminary sketches, rough diagrams, specifications, and/or instructions requiring knowledge of engineering practices and shop and field procedures. Participate in field reviews and discuss project objectives with other stakeholders in engineering, construction, operations and maintenance. Checks drawings, designs, and others’ work. Prepare construction drawings using MicroStation and PLS CADD software. You will use a variety of design tools, including but not limited to MicroStation for drawing development, SAP2000, PLS Tower, PLS POLE, and L-PILE for structural analysis and design. Foster teamwork & innovation and embrace new approaches to accomplish our work more efficiently and effectively. Travel 10% of the time.
Qualifications
Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering or graduating with a BS in civil or structural engineering by December 2026; or, its equivalent in education and experience to include education and design drafting experience totaling six years; or education and experience totaling four years including two years at PG&E as a Design Drafter or Senior Design Drafter Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver's License by Day 1 of hire
Desired: Experience in structural engineering MS degree in Civil or Structural Engineering EIT or PE License Experience in PLS-TOWER
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Transmission Line Engineering Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Sargent & Lundy12

- Quanta Services4

- Kiewit2

- Tetra Tech2

- KOSMOS2

Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
- Transportation & Logistics
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Cybersecurity
- Technology & Software
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in transmission line engineering jobs across California.
- Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the California Board for Professional Engineers
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or closely related technical discipline
- Experience with high-voltage transmission line design and NERC reliability standards
- Proficiency in PLS-CADD or similar transmission line design and modeling software
- Familiarity with California Independent System Operator interconnection and planning processes
- Strong understanding of environmental permitting requirements applicable to California transmission projects
Transmission Line Engineering Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a transmission line engineering in California?
Becoming a transmission line engineer in California typically requires a Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering followed by licensure through the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists. Candidates first pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, accumulate qualifying work experience under a licensed PE, then pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. A Professional Engineer license is expected for lead design roles and is often required on public utility projects.
How much do transmission line engineerings make in California?
Transmission line engineerings in California earn a median of about $130,850 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,950 for the lowest 10% to over $212,130 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire transmission line engineerings in California?
Employers hiring transmission line engineerings in California right now include Sargent & Lundy, Quanta Services, and Kiewit, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's large investor-owned utilities and the engineering and construction firms supporting grid expansion projects are consistently among the most active sources of openings statewide.
Which California cities have the most transmission line engineering jobs?
The California cities with the most transmission line engineering openings are Pasadena, San Diego, and Santa Ana. The distribution reflects where major utility headquarters, regional transmission operations, and the large engineering and construction firms supporting California's grid modernization and renewable integration projects are concentrated, pulling consistent hiring into those metros.
Are there remote transmission line engineering jobs in California?
Yes, but they're limited. Transmission line engineering is fundamentally a field-adjacent discipline, and most roles require site visits, utility coordination, or hands-on design review that anchors work to a physical location. About 75% of transmission line engineering openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026. Planning, load flow analysis, and standards review work are the functions most likely to carry a remote or hybrid arrangement.
How can I get hired as a transmission line engineering in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a junior or associate transmission engineer role at one of California's large investor-owned utilities or their engineering contractors, where structured new-graduate programs exist alongside seasoned mentors. Pacific Gas and Electric and Southern California Edison both run rotational or entry-level engineering development programs in California. Candidates coming from distribution engineering, civil or structural engineering, or utility operations can often move laterally into transmission roles. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam before applying and building coursework or capstone projects in power systems strengthens any early-career application.
Where can I find and apply to transmission line engineering jobs in California?
You can find and apply to transmission line engineering jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from utilities, engineering firms, and project developers active in the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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