Project Engineering Manager - Overhead Transmission Line

Project Engineering Manager - Overhead Transmission Line

Tualatin, OR, Irvine, CA , Houston, TX, Overland Park, KS, Denver, CO, Bloomington, MN, Ann Arbor, MI, Raleigh, NC, Orlando, FL.

High voltage eng group

Data centers consuming tons of power

Structural and civil engineers needed, leads that are hands on

They don’t manage people

What they do –

• Calc correct

• Design cement slabs into dirt making sure on secured ground

• Up to top weight of cables

• They are project engineers using PLS CAD 100% requirement

• PE license preferred

• Based in any location listed

• Work on natl basis

• Travel? NO

Job Description

Senior Transmission Line Engineer / Engineering Manager (Overhead Transmission)

A leading U.S. engineering firm is seeking a senior-level transmission line engineer to lead complex overhead transmission projects for utility customers and mentor engineering teams. This role is heavily focused on structural design and offers strong compensation and long-term growth.

Technical Focus

90% structural engineering (foundations, framing, materials)

Experience with steel, wood, laminate, and composite structures

Lattice tower experience is a plus

EPC and/or utility services experience preferred

Key Responsibilities

Lead engineering execution for large or multi-project transmission programs

Prepare and review complex engineering deliverables and calculations

Manage budgets, schedules, and quality across disciplines

Lead and mentor engineering teams; provide PLS-CADD training

Serve as technical lead and responsible charge on projects

Interface with clients and support pursuit/business development efforts

Preferred Experience

U.S. investor-owned utility transmission projects

Strong understanding of PLS-CADD, line routing, structural loading, and foundation design

Experience coordinating with procurement, permitting, land, and construction teams

Proposal support and engineering cost estimating experience

Locations - Preferred: OR, CA, TX, KS, CO, MN, MI, NC, FL

(Open to candidates near other major U.S. engineering offices)

Bonus, ESOP, and full benefits

Requirements

8–12+ years of overhead transmission line design experience (69kV+ required)

PLS-CADD experience required

Experience with 500kV+ projects strongly preferred

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (other engineering degrees considered)

PE license preferred

Why is This a Great Opportunity

Our client is a major in the red-hot electric power transmission industry. With the growing demand for electricity from data centers, electric vehicles, etc., this company will be busy for a long time.

Notes

The ideal candidate will come from another engineering, consulting firm rather than an electric utility company. PLS-CADD is a must-have! They will not sponsor any visas, even TN.

They can use people in any combination of the following markets: Tualatin, OR, Irvine, CA , Houston, TX, Overland Park, KS, Denver, CO, Bloomington, MN, Ann Arbor, MI, Raleigh, NC, Orlando, FL.

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