Senior Transmission Line Engineer - REMOTE

Title: Senior Transmission Line Engineer

Location: Remote US

Ready to make a difference?

We are seeking a Senior Transmission Line Engineer to support and advance our growing transmission engineering practice. In this role, you will provide senior‑level technical expertise, lead complex design and analysis work, mentor junior engineers, and ensure high‑quality deliverables across a wide range of transmission line engineering projects for utility clients.

Our team is passionate about re‑engineering the way electric utilities solve their toughest challenges. We combine innovation, technical rigor, and a client‑first mindset to deliver exceptional engineering solutions—from detailed design to advanced modeling and analysis.

Why you’ll love working here: 

• Quality of life: Fully remote, flexible schedule, work-life balance 

• Investment of the community: Donation matching, volunteer opportunities 

• Investment in you: Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan 

• And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!) 

The Ideal Candidate

• Highly motivated engineering leader who takes pride in delivering exceptional services and ensuring projects are completed accurately and on schedule

• Proactive team leader who understands how to motivate, direct, and manage the work of others

• Strong communicator who effectively defines and prioritizes group objectives, trains and mentors individually and collectively, and contributes to a positive team dynamic

• Demonstrates initiative, self-sufficiency, and the ability to work productively from a home office without direct supervision

• Committed to continuous learning and process improvement, consistently seeking opportunities to enhance quality and efficiency

• Embraces new responsibilities and eagerly acquires new skill sets as needed to support evolving project and industry demands.

What you will be doing:

• Lead and oversee complex transmission line designs from conceptual engineering through final design, including EFM, conductor sizing, induction, impedance, losses, and voltage drop analysis.

• Provide senior‑level technical expertise and direction to design staff, ensuring technical accuracy, best practices, and industry‑leading design solutions.

• Perform key engineering studies such as conductor economic evaluations, lightning performance, grounding calculations, and electrical clearance determinations per NESC and applicable standards.

• Interpret and apply regulatory requirements including NERC, FERC, and regional standards, and ensure compliance across project deliverables.

• Prepare and review technical documentation such as specifications, data sheets, RFQs, bid evaluations, vendor drawings, and purchase recommendations.

• Collaborate with project managers on scopes, schedules, budgets, staffing plans, construction support, and change order management.

• Perform and review QA/QC for engineering deliverables, production drawings, CAD outputs, and construction administration activities, resolving design‑related field issues.

• Conduct and lead field inspections, measurements, calculations, and installation reviews for both public and private clients.

• Develop and present technical reports, support marketing and business development efforts, and build strong relationships with clients and contractors.

• Provide mentorship, leadership, and guidance to less experienced engineers, ensuring effective cross‑discipline communication and adherence to company safety, quality, and performance standards.

What you need to have (minimum qualifications):

• B.S. in Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, or Power Engineering (or related field)

• 5+ years of transmission line engineering experience (design, analysis, modeling, or similar)

• 5+ years of experience working with an electric utility, EPC, or engineering consulting firm

• 5+ years of experience working in PLS‑CADD

What we would like you to have (preferred qualifications):

• People management and mentorship experience

• Experience directing and reviewing the work of others for quality assurance and delivering constructive feedback

• Knowledge of the practical application of industry standards such as: NESC, IEEE, ANSI, FERC‑881, and FAC‑008 standards

• Ability to pla