Senior Transmission Line Engineer

Bluedot Staff
  • Denver, CO
    3 days ago

    Job Description

    Confidential recruitment opportunity.

    Type: Direct placement — full time

    Eligible locations: Denver CO | Chicago IL | Boston MA | Bloomington MN | Sacramento CA | Los Angeles CA | Walnut Creek CA

    Role Overview

    A nationally recognized engineering and infrastructure firm is seeking a Senior Structural / Transmission Line Engineer to lead and deliver complex transmission design scopes. This is a high-impact, technically specialized role supporting 345kV–765kV rebuild and greenfield projects, including emerging technologies such as HVDC. The successful candidate will operate as a technical specialist with minimal supervision and may contribute to business development.

    Key Responsibilities

    Lead transmission line design and analysis across large-scale 345kV+ rebuild and greenfield projects

    Perform and oversee engineering calculations in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and quality requirements

    Structural design of transmission steel structures and foundations; apply 3D analysis and design software

    Develop equipment and material recommendations; manage scope within budget and schedule

    Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers

    Coordinate across disciplines and serve as responsible charge on assigned projects

    Maintain and develop departmental design guides, standards, and quality processes

    Build and maintain positive client relationships; support business development and pursuit activities

    Identify and train successors; participate in performance management and career development

    Required Qualifications

    Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution

    11+ years of directly related transmission line engineering experience

    Proficiency in PLS-CADD (required); PLS-POLE a plus

    Strong knowledge of overhead transmission line design from 69kV to 500kV+

    Experience with utility-scale electrical transmission systems

    Ability to pass pre-employment background check, drug screen, and MVR

    Preferred Qualifications

    PE license (Professional Engineer)

    Experience with HVDC or 765kV projects

    Structural design experience using 3D analysis software (steel and concrete)

    Prior client-facing experience with business development involvement

    Familiarity with NESC and applicable ASCE/IEEE standards

    Benefits

    Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and professional development support. Hybrid work arrangements available after 90-day onboarding period.

    Compensation and benefits

    Annual base salary ranges in USD by location; final offer based on experience and qualifications:

    • Colorado: USD 148,852–248,578
    • Illinois: USD 148,852–248,578
    • Massachusetts: USD 162,384–271,176
    • Minnesota: USD 142,086–237,279
    • California: USD 148,852–293,774

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationDenver, CO

    Skills

    • 3D Designunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Analysis Softwareunmatched
    • Budget Managementunmatched
    • Business Developmentunmatched
    • CADD (Computer-Aided Design and Drafting)unmatched
    • Career Developmentunmatched
    • Concreteunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Design Servicesunmatched
    • Develop and Maintain Customersunmatched
    • Electrical Utilityunmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • Emerging Technologyunmatched
    • IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers)unmatched
    • Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Performance Managementunmatched
    • Professional Engineerunmatched
    • Software Designunmatched
    • Technical Leadershipunmatched
    • Technical Supportunmatched

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