Senior Engineer - Overhead Transmission Line Design

Qualus

Vancouver, WA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$130,000–$190,000 Per Year

SKILLS

ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), Alternative Energy, Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Bidding, Budgeting, Business Development, Business Solutions, CADD (Computer-Aided Design and Drafting), Civil Engineering, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Contracts, Construction Drawings, Construction Support, Contract Requirements, Customer Retention/Renewal, Design Services, Diversity, Driver's License, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Emergency Management, Equipment Selection, Government, High Voltage (HV), Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Material Take Off, Mechanical Engineering, Microsoft Office, Network Operations Center, On Site Support, Plan Meetings, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project Schedule, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Requirements Management, Research & Development (R&D), Safety Codes, Software Design, Structural Engineering, Surveying, Sustainability, Team Player, Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Vancouver, WA

POSTED

30+ days ago

**Position Overview** **Power your future with Qualus** in our Transmission Line Engineering Department as a Senior Engineer, Overhead Transmission Line Design. The role will be responsible for planning, directing, coordinating civil/structural analysis, and project completion of distribution lines and/or high voltage electrical transmission lines. **Responsibilities** + Completion of calculations, construction drawings, contracts, technical specifications, design standards, as well as the application of those designs for the construction of distribution and/or transmission lines. + Perform civil/structural engineering analyses and design for distribution/transmission line layout and design through 500kV + Prepares a variety of complex engineering deliverables + Conduct/coordinate design review meetings for projects or as assigned + Create and support construction contracts, material take-offs, material standards, and technical specifications + Create/develop drawing packages for bidding, construction, as-built, and submittal purposes + Performs complex research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or material selection + Coordinate construction activities with technical support and timely review of submittals + Effectively communicate project scopes, budgets, and schedules + Assist in the preparation of budgets for projects + Develops training modules and initiatives at the directive of the Principal Engineer + Attain knowledge and remain knowledgeable of development in regulations, laws, standards, and best practices applicable to our functional area, including but not limited to, Standards of Conduct, NERC Reliability, and the National Electric Safety Code + Provide technical direction to others, as required + Aide in the direction of work for others, as required + Serve as contact with construction field crews and project management on moderately complex projects + Provides support to business development or pursuit activities **Qualifications** + Ideal candidates will possess a broad and deep understanding of engineering principles and practices, and the ability to apply that knowledge and experience to all aspects of training, project scope, schedule, budget, construction, and overall project completion. + 5-10+ years of overhead transmission line design experience and knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices + BS in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited school. + Ability to analyze problems and develop effective solutions at both strategic and functional levels. + Work independently with minimal direction as a highly motivated self-starter with the ability to run projects at any value with little oversight. + Extensive knowledge of civil/structural transmission line design and knowledge of field techniques for construction of transmission lines. + Advanced knowledge of PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, MFAD and standard business office applications including Microsoft Office. + Knowledge of surveying techniques, practices, and procedures. + Extensive knowledge of safe working practices related to electric transmission lines. + Strong team player: Accomplish tasks by working with others and recognizing how decisions may impact the team and have a willingness to seek input from others. + Quality: Accomplish tasks with a high level of quality so rework and corrections are minimal. + Time Management: Must be able to successfully plan and accomplish tasks within an established timeline. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills + PE required or the ability to obtain PE in California + Willing and able to travel up to 15% + Must possess a valid driver's license. \#LI-JT1 **Benefits & Compensation** Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify. The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes. **Company Overview** Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 1,800 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada. **EEO** We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US. Submit Referral Submit Referral **Job Locations** _US-CO-Lakewood | US-CA-Del Mar | US-WA-Vancouver | US-TX-Fort Worth | US-NV-Reno_ **ID** _2026-4748_ **Category** _Engineering & Advisory_ **Position Type** _Regular Full Time_ **Remote:** _Yes_ **Salary Range** _$130,000 - $190,000/year_

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