Job Title: Transmission Line Engineer
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Midwest Region (Northville)
A growing utility and telecommunications engineering firm is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer to join their team. This role involves leading the design and coordination of overhead and underground transmission line projects ranging from 40kV to 230kV. The ideal candidate will be responsible for applying industry standards such as NESC, ASCE, and ACI to develop construction documents and support various electric utility projects including new capacity, voltage conversion, and infrastructure upgrades.
Responsibilities:
Design medium and high-voltage (40kV–230kV) transmission lines using PLS-CADD
Prepare construction documents: plan and profile drawings, structure loading trees, and foundation drawings
Draft specifications and project design criteria
Provide field support during project construction phases
Offer technical leadership and mentorship to less experienced team members
Maintain strong working relationships with internal teams and clients
Travel to project and client sites as needed
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering
3+ years of relevant transmission line design experience (Master’s degree may substitute 1 year of experience)
Proficiency with PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Analytical mindset and effective problem-solving skills
Ability to collaborate in a team-focused environment
EIT or PE certification is a plus
Familiarity with any of the following is a plus: TOWER, LPILE or FAD, Mathcad, AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS
Work Environment:
Office-based with potential for travel to project locations
Occasional fieldwork may be required
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive compensation based on experience
Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and qualifying dependents
401(k) retirement plan with employer match, fully vested from day one
Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage
Additional voluntary benefits available (accident, critical illness, short-term disability, etc.)
Paid holidays and PTO starting after 90 days
Continued PTO accrual with tenure
Employee assistance resources, including counseling, coaching, and financial wellness support