Principal Overhead Transmission Line Engineer

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The energy industry is undergoing rapid and dramatic changes, transforming the utility landscape to enhance safety, reliability and sustainability. In response, Jacobs is expanding its Transmission & Distribution (T&D) operations In North America and is looking for a Principal Overhead Transmission Line Engineer in its Energy & Power Group to tackle the complexities of decarbonization and utility modernization to deliver a cleaner and more secure energy future.  

As a Principal Overhead Transmission Line Engineer, you will be working closely with our regional and global Transmission & Distribution (T&D) delivery teams to support our utility/developer clients and operations teams as we expand our energy transition portfolio. You will play a crucial role in directly interfacing with utility/developer clients, development of design deliverables for utility upgrades including greenfield/brownfield projects, and developer interconnection facilities. 

In addition, with evolving needs during energy transition, Jacobs is often called upon as program managers to deliver the major programs and overhauls of the T&D networks. You will provide engineering overview, expertise, and direction while acting as an independent technical advisor representing owner's interests. 

The successful candidate shall demonstrate relevant experience and technical knowledge in Overhead transmission line design. You will be in a client interfacing position and will be responsible for understanding the client standards and design guidelines, provide feedback on the application and be able to develop design deliverables fully and independently as required for the projects on-time and within the budget. 

As a Principal Transmission Line Engineer within the group, you will also mentor team members across north America and globally with Jacobs Global Integrated Delivery (GID). You will be working with a cross functional team to both support the sales and proposal preparation process for new contracts and the committed high-quality delivery of those services to the client.

Involvement with professional societies such as ASCE, ACI, IEEE, PES and similar including interest in participating in industry conferences, seminars, trade shows, and networking events to promote company services and stay updated on industry innovations and advancements is a plus.   #LI-CC1 #epjobs #naepjobs

THIS POSITION CAN SIT AT ANY OF OUR JACOBS OFFICE LOCATIONS NATIONWIDE

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Engineering or related engineering discipline 
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) within United States and ability to obtain additional PE licenses if needed.
• Minimum 15 years of direct Overhead Transmission Line Engineering design experience with a utility or consulting organization
• Function as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the team
• Advanced knowledge of NESC, RUS, ASCE and other industry design specifications related to transmission line design.
• Prior experience in development of detailed engineering deliverables including bill of materials, design criteria documents, stringing charts, structure drawings and assemblies etc.…. 
• Prior experience in development and review of Steel pole vendor specifications and Steel pole fabrication drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to perform QA/QC of design calculations, construction drawings, and specifications.
• Experience and proficiency with PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, PLS-Tower etc.…. with ability to train others 
• Experience and proficiency with foundation design software like MFAD, LPile etc.…. 
• Prior experience as an owner’s representative is a plus.
• Ability to perform project scoping, prepare task orders, design review of work by others, owner's compliance verifications.
• Ability to perform field visits and walk-downs as required for client projects and providing engineering support for clients through the construction.
• Experience with Microsoft suite applications and Auto CAD is preferred. 
• Provide guidance and mentor new hire engineers. 
• Strong communication and technical writing skills 
• Team player with great interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

155,600.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

204,225.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $155,600.00 to $204,225.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on July 09, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment

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Locations

City State Country
New York	New York	United States
Los Angeles	California	United States
Chicago	Illinois	United States
Dallas	Texas	United States
Houston	Texas	United States
Philadelphia	Pennsylvania	United States
Dallas	Texas	United States
Charlotte	North Carolina	United States
Boston	Massachusetts	United States
Denver	Colorado	United States