Transmission Line Engineer

Stantec

Transmission Line Engineer designing power line projects for Stantec with opportunities for career growth. Collaborate with a team in a hybrid work environment across Canada.

Posted 4/24/2026full-timeWaterloo • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$89,200 - CA$129,300 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare engineering and design deliverables for transmission lines including conceptual design basis and design criteria, line layouts, structural configurations, loading analysis, structure design, conductor and overhead ground wire analysis, and material selection
Using PLS-CADD regularly for transmission line modeling, profiling, structure spotting, preparation of design calculations, reports, and drawings including plan & profile sheets, structure data sheets, bill of materials, and stringing charts
Model, analyze, design, and optimize new or existing transmission structures using PLS TOWER, PLS-POLE, and other FE modeling programs
Perform route alignment and line layout/selection studies
Prepare technical reports, project scopes, specifications, and construction documents including Issue for Tender (IFT) and Issue for Construction (IFC) packages
Provide material quantities and estimates for transmission lines, including line hardware, wires, structures, and foundations
Provide technical engineering support and reviews to field crews during construction, which includes site supervision
Participate in site visits and field reviews as needed, depending on project locations and your role within projects
Participate in discussions with clients and contractors, as well as coordinate with various disciplines for successful implementation of projects
Mentor and train EITs and junior transmission line designers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Civil/Structural Engineering degree from a recognized university
Professional Engineer registered with a Canadian Engineering Association
Minimum 5 years of transmission line design and engineering experience
Proficient with PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, PLS TOWER
Familiar with transmission line industry standards (Canadian e.g. CSA, US e.g. NESC, and international) and other guidelines such as IEC, IEEE, ASCE, and CIGRE
Experience developing design drawings for variety of transmission structure types
Knowledge of transmission line materials (structures, conductor, OPGW, insulators, hardware accessories, and fittings)
Sound understanding of project management systems
Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and in teams
Strong time management skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong interest in developing new skills and career advancement
Strong communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate project issues with the project team and clients
Strong Organizational skills, along with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and demonstrate a flexible approach to work assignments.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health care spending account
Wellness spending account
Group registered retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase program
Group tax-free savings account
Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Short-term/long-term disability plans
Emergency travel benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Professional membership fee coverage
Paid time off

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Hard Skills & Tools

transmission line designloading analysisstructure designmaterial selectionroute alignmentdesign calculationstechnical reportsproject scopesconstruction documentsdesign drawings

Soft Skills

self-motivatedtime managementcommunication skillsorganizational skillsteamworkmentoringflexibilityindependent workproblem-solvingclient coordination

Certifications

Civil/Structural Engineering degreeProfessional EngineerCanadian Engineering Association registration