Senior Transmission Line Engineer

ICF

Senior Transmission Line Engineer providing senior-level technical expertise for utility clients. Leading complex designs and mentoring junior engineers in transmission line engineering.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $98,614 - $245,448 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in transmission line design, including EFM, conductor sizing, and compliance with NERC and FERC standards. Proven ability to lead engineering teams, conduct technical studies, and ensure quality and safety in project deliverables.

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Transmission Line DesignPLS-CADD ProficiencyNERC ComplianceElectrical Clearance CalculationsEngineering Mentorship

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Hard Skills

Conductor SizingInduction AnalysisImpedance AnalysisVoltage Drop AnalysisGrounding CalculationsLightning Performance EvaluationTechnical Documentation PreparationQA/QC ReviewField InspectionsEngineering Studies

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationCommunicationMentorshipClient Relationship Building

Industry Keywords

Electric UtilityEPCEngineering ConsultingNESC StandardsProject ManagementChange Order ManagementConstruction AdministrationTechnical ReportsBid EvaluationsVendor Drawings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote, flexible schedule, work-life balance
Donation matching, volunteer opportunities
Tuition reimbursement, access to professional development resources, 401k matching, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
And many, many more (Ask your recruiter for more details!)