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.