Senior Transmission Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Transmission Engineer

Job Description

The Transmission Engineer serves as the technical lead for high-voltage transmission line projects, with a focus on 138 kV and 345 kV infrastructure. In this role, you define project scope, lead routing and siting efforts, and provide engineering leadership to ensure designs are technically sound, constructible, and aligned with standards. You coordinate closely with the Engineer of Record, construction teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to guide projects from concept through design, construction, and commissioning. While you do not manage overall project cost and schedule, you provide critical technical assumptions and inputs that inform project estimates, timelines, and field execution.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop project scope for transmission line projects, including routing, alignment, structure types, and right-of-way assumptions.
• Lead routing, siting, and permitting coordination, and evaluate technical and constructability alternatives.
• Provide technical input to support development of project cost estimates and schedules for small- to mid-scale transmission projects.
• Coordinate closely with the Engineer of Record to guide design and ensure alignment with project scope, standards, and applicable codes.
• Review engineering deliverables for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with NESC, ASCE, IEEE, and internal standards.
• Support development of structure designs, line configurations, and foundation considerations to ensure safe and reliable performance.
• Align engineering deliverables with the overall project schedule and clearly communicate scope changes and their technical implications.
• Support construction through responses to RFIs, issue resolution, and technical field coordination with construction and maintenance teams.
• Maintain visibility into engineering progress, identify technical risks, and assess constructability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead the development, refinement, and implementation of engineering and design standards, driving continuous improvement.
• Support work breakdown structure (WBS) alignment, purchase requisition inputs, and vendor coordination for equipment and materials.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project controls, construction, environmental, operations, and stakeholder groups.
• Coordinate and manage external consultants, including Engineer of Record and owner’s engineering teams, to ensure quality and consistency.
• Support right-of-way activities by providing technical guidance and coordinating with landowners and stakeholders as needed.
• Assist with substation and transmission maintenance considerations, including NERC compliance, protection and control, and reliability standards.
• Provide technical support to field technicians related to maintenance and restoration activities for transmission and substation assets.
• Supervise or support maintenance and construction projects as needed, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and reliability requirements.
• Identify and support implementation of cost and schedule optimization opportunities during design and execution.
• Contribute to digital project delivery by using or supporting platforms such as ProjectWise or similar tools.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills while managing multiple priorities and workstreams.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, preferably in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• Minimum 7+ years of experience in transmission line engineering or project execution within electric utilities or EPC firms.
• 10+ years of industry-specific experience in electric power systems, high-voltage transmission, or related operational technologies, where applicable.
• EIT/FE certification (Certificate of Engineer in Training or passing the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam).
• Demonstrated experience supporting design reviews, value engineering, and constructability assessments for transmission line projects.
• Experience supporting development of project scope, schedule, and cost inputs for small- to mid-scale transmission projects or serving as a project lead engineer.
• Familiarity with industry tools such as PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE for transmission line design.
• Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including NESC, ASCE, IEEE, and relevant reliability standards.
• Experience coordinating and managing external consultants, including Engineer of Record and owner’s engineering teams.
• Experience working within utility environments, including coordination with environmental, permitting, operations, and stakeholder groups.
• Strong understanding of electric power systems, including high-voltage transmission, operational technologies, grid protocols, and ERCOT system practices.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data, solve problems, and adapt to changing technologies and situations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders at various levels.
• Proven leadership and management experience, including the ability to guide, develop, and influence cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to operate with a high level of ownership, accountability, initiative, and extreme ownership mindset.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and make sound decisions under time constraints.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, Teams, and related tools.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, cross-functional environment, collaborating across engineering, construction, and support teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in a relevant discipline.
• Familiarity with transmission line siting and regulatory processes, including permitting and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience supporting right-of-way (ROW) acquisition, including coordination with landowners and stakeholders.
• Experience working within ERCOT or similar utility markets and understanding of related operating protocols.
• Experience identifying and implementing cost and schedule optimization opportunities during design and execution phases.
• Familiarity with vendor engagement and equipment procurement processes, including technical bid evaluations and vendor coordination.
• Exposure to digital project delivery tools such as ProjectWise or similar document and design management platforms.
• Good substation maintenance, transmission operations, and NERC compliance activities.
• Experience in construction management and project management within transmission or substation environments.
• Knowledge of protection and control systems and their role in transmission reliability and compliance.
• Familiarity with relevant regulations, operating protocols, and industry standards governing high-voltage transmission systems.
• Skill in providing leadership within a highly dynamic and nimble organization, with a strong focus on cross-functional teaming.
• Service-oriented mindset with professional conduct and attitude, and the ability to work as a mature self-starter.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement.
• Interest in working within a culture that emphasizes creativity, excellence, and people, and supports work/life balance.
• Ability to contribute to an exceptional employee experience and support a collaborative, high-performance culture.

Work Environment

This role combines office-based engineering work with periodic field exposure to outdoor conditions at transmission and substation sites. You will work closely with construction, maintenance, and field technicians, providing technical support for maintenance and restoration activities and, when required, supervising maintenance and construction projects. The environment includes collaboration with project controls, environmental, operations, and stakeholder teams, and use of digital tools such as Microsoft 365 and project delivery platforms like ProjectWise. Typical work arrangements may include hybrid options for many roles, supporting a healthy work/life balance. The organization emphasizes creativity, excellence, and people, and provides robust benefits such as a competitive retirement program, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one, generous paid time off and holidays, education assistance, and additional amenities at the headquarters location. The culture supports ongoing professional development, an exceptional employee experience, and a strong focus on safety, reliability, and high-quality project delivery

This is a Permanent position based out of Dallas, TX.

The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $160000.00/yr.

Company Highlights For 90 years, we have nurtured creative ideas and turned them into successful realities using three core strategic pillars – creativity, excellence, and people. 401K – 12% employer contribution with no vesting period (6% Match and 6% non-matching contribution) Highly competitive compensation Hybrid work options available for most roles Five to eight weeks of PTO annually based on years of experience; eleven additional holidays per calendar year All Medical/Dental/Vision benefits start day one with the company; low employee premiums Education Assistance Program Free covered employee parking for Dallas HQ based employees Free specialty coffee bar in the Dallas HQ Commitment to the following ideals: Work/Life Balance Ongoing professional development opportunities An exceptional employee experience Hunt is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Hunt is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Benefits found in job post 401(k)

This is a fully onsite position in Dallas,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 6, 2026.

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