Transmission Line Engineer

Remote Transmission Line EngineerAbout the Company

A globally recognized engineering and design firm with a strong presence in infrastructure, environmental services, and community development. With thousands of employees across North America and beyond, the organization delivers innovative and sustainable solutions across the energy, transportation, water, and buildings sectors. Known for technical excellence and a collaborative culture, the firm partners with public and private clients to deliver complex infrastructure projects that strengthen communities and support economic growth.

Position Overview

The Transmission Line Engineer will play a critical role in supporting high-voltage transmission line projects ranging from 69 kV to 500 kV. This position spans the full project lifecycle-from conceptual design through construction support-and combines detailed engineering, technical leadership, and multidisciplinary collaboration. The ideal candidate will have a strong civil or mechanical engineering foundation, although electrical engineers with relevant transmission line experience will also be considered. Experience working with California utilities and a strong understanding of applicable California General Orders governing overhead electric lines is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive engineering deliverables, including calculations, technical specifications, drawings, and construction packages

• Lead and coordinate design engineers and technical staff to ensure quality deliverables are completed on schedule and within scope

• Review engineering studies and design documents to ensure technical accuracy, compliance, and constructability

• Collaborate with contractors, permitting agencies, and cross-functional teams to support project approvals and execution

• Provide construction-phase support by resolving design issues and addressing field conditions

• Apply sound project management principles to maintain high standards of safety, quality, and performance

• Contribute to multiple power delivery projects, including new transmission lines and system upgrades involving poles and towers

• Develop transmission line models, route alignments, plan & profile drawings, and structural analyses using industry software

• Integrate survey, GIS, and geotechnical data into design models and foundation solutions

• Ensure compliance with safety standards, engineering codes, and regulatory requirements related to overhead electric lines

• Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Participate in knowledge sharing and continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering team

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in transmission line engineering or related power delivery design

• Strong experience in civil, structural, or mechanical engineering with experience in transmission structures (poles and towers)

• Proficiency with the PLS software suite (PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, PLS-Tower)

• Experience with:

• Transmission line modeling and route alignment

• Plan and profile drawing development

• Structural analysis of overhead transmission systems

• Knowledge of:

• Conductors, hardware assemblies, and structure detailing

• Bill of materials preparation

• Assembly, framing, and design drawings for wood, steel, concrete, FRP, and lattice structures (lattice experience preferred)

• Familiarity with related electrical studies such as EMF, grounding, clearance, fault current, and contamination analysis

• Experience interpreting geotechnical data for foundation design and embedment calculations

• Ability to integrate survey and GIS data into design workflows

• Proficiency in tools such as L-Pile, MFAD, and Microsoft Office Suite

• Working knowledge of relevant standards such as ASCE, ACI, IEEE, NESC, RUS, and GO-95 (or similar)

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience in transmission/structural engineering)

• Experience working with major California utilities or on California-based transmission projects

• Exposure to large-scale, multi-region infrastructure projects

• Interest in pursuing technical specialization or project leadership roles

• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a collaborative, high-performance engineering environment

Why Join

• Work on impactful infrastructure projects that strengthen energy systems and communities

• Join a collaborative and technically advanced engineering environment

• Access opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and technical advancement

• Contribute to innovative solutions in the evolving power delivery industry

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $44.00 - $72.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.