Sr transmission Line Engineer Manager (Overhead Transmission)

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Houston, TX

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$150,000–$200,000 Per Year
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago

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Today we are now hiring a Sr transmission Line Engineer Manager (Overhead Transmission).

All Locations:

Tualatin, OR, Irvine, CA , Houston, TX, Overland Park, KS, Denver, CO, Bloomington, MN, Ann Arbor, MI, Raleigh, NC, Orlando, FL

A leading U.S. engineering firm is seeking a senior-level transmission line engineer to lead complex overhead transmission projects and mentor engineering teams. This role is heavily focused on structural design and offers strong compensation and long-term growth.



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


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)



Compensation

Up to $150000 - $200,000 base salary
Bonus, ESOP, and full benefits

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