Design Engineer - Transmission Line

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group

$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
  • 2+ years of experience in routing and design of high voltage overhead transmission line facilities.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, ArcGIS, or similar CAD tools.
  • Familiarity with power distribution engineering software (e.g., PLS-POLE, TOWER, SAG10).
  • Understanding of design codes and standards (NESC, IEEE, ANSI, IBC).
  • Strong grasp of engineering drafting and design principles.
  • Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time.

Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering tasks for overhead transmission line design, including PLS-CADD modeling and analysis.
  • Utilize CAD software for precise scaled drawings and mapping.
  • Implement engineering redlines ensuring accuracy in final drafts.
  • Conduct critical engineering calculations related to transmission lines.
  • Prepare documentation for joint utility use authorizations based on field data.
  • Ensure project compliance with local regulations and industry standards.
  • Perform quality reviews to identify inaccuracies and recommend improvements.
  • Collaborate with project teams to develop innovative solutions.
  • Maintain thorough project documentation and engineering calculations.

Benefits

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Holiday Pay
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Professional Development
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Employee Discount Program
Full Job Description
About this Role

Job Title: Design Engineer - Transmission Line

 

At QISG, our Transmission Line teams play a vital role in the safe, reliable, and efficient delivery of power across communities and regions. We design, build, maintain, and upgrade high-voltage transmission infrastructure that supports the backbone of the electric grid. Whether working on new construction, line upgrades, or critical maintenance, our teams ensure projects are executed with the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance. Our work involves both traditional methods and the latest industry innovations to deliver sustainable, cost-effective, and reliable solutions for our customers.

What You'll Do
  • Perform, lead, and oversee all engineering responsibilities related to overhead transmission line design. This includes PLS-CADD modeling, line routing, structure analysis and loading trees, developing design criteria, sag-tension calculations, wire blowout, swing angle, damper
  • Utilize AutoCAD, MicroStation, ArcGIS, and other CAD software for scaled drawings and mapping.
  • Implement engineering redlines with precision and ensure accuracy before finalizing drafting/drawing.
  • Conduct engineering calculations, including voltage drop, cable pulling, flicker analysis, and pole loading assessments.
  • Prepare joint utility use authorizations based on field data and engineer redlines.
  • Ensure compliance with local regulations, design codes (NESC, IEEE, ANSI, IBC), and construction standards.
  • Perform quality reviews to check for inaccuracies, omissions, or compliance issues, and provide recommendations.
  • Work collaboratively with engineers and project teams to develop solutions and modifications as needed.
  • Maintain detailed project documentation and support engineering calculations.
  • Work a minimum of 40 hours per week, with potential for up to 50 hours and occasional overtime.
What You'll Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
  • 2+ years of related experience with routing and design of high voltage overhead transmission line facilities
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, ArcGIS, or similar CAD tools.
  • Experience with power distribution engineering software (PLS-POLE, TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD preferred).
  • Understanding of design codes and standards such as NESC, IEEE, ANSI, IBC.
  • Strong knowledge of engineering drafting and design principles.
  • Ability to travel as necessary, up to 10% of the time
What You'll Get
  • Competitive Compensation
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Holiday Pay
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Professional Development
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Employee Discount Program
Compensation RangeThe anticipated compensation for this position is USD $90,000.00/Yr. - USD $120,000.00/Yr. depending on experience and qualifications.

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