Senior Transmission Line Engineer

NV5

Sr. Engineer with Overhead Transmission Line experience managing power delivery projects at NV5.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeRemote • Florida, Louisiana, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $125,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in overhead transmission line design and project management, with a strong focus on engineering QA/QC and client collaboration. Proficient in using industry-standard software for technical calculations and documentation, while mentoring junior engineers and contributing to business development efforts.

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Overhead Transmission Line DesignPower Line Systems Software (PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE)Professional Engineering (P.E.) RegistrationEngineering QA/QCProject Management

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Hard Skills

Technical Calculation ReportsConstruction DocumentsRouting and Design of Overhead Transmission LinesEngineering DrawingsSpecificationsBill of MaterialsStructure AnalysisFoundation DesignCost EstimationProposal Preparation

Soft Skills

Client CommunicationCollaborationMentoringOrganizational SkillsData Collection

Tools & Technologies

PLS-CADDPLS-POLEMFADL-PilePLS-TOWER

Certifications & Qualifications

B.S. Degree in Civil EngineeringB.S. Degree in Structural EngineeringB.S. Degree in Electrical EngineeringB.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Industry Keywords

Power Delivery ProjectsBusiness DevelopmentField VisitsProject PlanningClient Sites

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the responsible engineer and client point of contact for power delivery projects
Increase the volume of overhead line work with existing clients
Assist in marketing, promotion and business development efforts to add new regional clients
Prepare, review, and P.E. seal technical calculation reports and construction documents meeting client and NV5 requirements
Assist in the routing and design of overhead transmission lines using industry-standard tools
Support the preparation of engineering drawings, specifications, bill of materials and technical documentation
Participate in field visits to collect data and support construction activities
Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure project success
Contribute to project planning, cost estimation and proposal preparation
Maintain organized records of project decisions and communications
Structure analysis and foundation design
Developing design criteria and specifications
Develop your career via peer-learning through sharing knowledge with other experienced engineers and train and mentor junior staff
Manage multiple projects and provide engineering QA/QC
Travel to client sites as needed
Mentor junior staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
10+ years of progressive experience within overhead transmission line projects along with QA/QC is desired
Expertise with Power Line Systems software (PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE), MFAD and L-Pile is required
Experience with PLS-TOWER is a plus
Professional Engineering (P.E.) registration

Benefits

Comp & perks

Additional compensation may include restricted stock units
Performance-based bonuses
Comprehensive benefits package covering medical, dental, PTO, 401(k)
Unlimited FTO (Flexible Time Off)
Professional development opportunities