Transmission Line Engineer

Transmission Line Engineers at TechServ Consulting & Training support overhead high-voltage transmission line engineering and design, from routing and structure development to analyses, calculations, and construction documentation. The role involves coordination across engineering disciplines and may include field/site visits and construction support.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform engineering and design for new transmission lines, rebuilds, reconductoring projects, structure replacements, and line modifications.
• Create and develop transmission line alignments, plan-and-profile drawings, structure spotting, structure lists, and construction documentation.
• Conduct conductor sag-tension, clearance, loading, and structural analyses.
• Develop and evaluate transmission structure configurations, including poles, lattice structures, and associated components.
• Complete engineering design using tools such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, TOWER, or similar transmission-line design software.
• Prepare material specifications, bills of material, construction specifications, and other required project deliverables.
• Coordinate inputs from geotechnical, foundation, survey, right-of-way, permitting, and environmental teams to support design needs.
• Coordinate transmission-line interfaces with substations and other project disciplines.
• Review field information and existing records, including LiDAR, survey data, and as-built information.
• Participate in design reviews and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) processes.
• Support project scoping, estimating, scheduling, and technical coordination when required.
• Perform field/site visits as needed to verify existing conditions and gather design information.
• Provide engineering support during construction by responding to technical questions and clarifying designs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Experience with electric utility transmission-line engineering preferred.
• Experience with PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, TOWER, AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar engineering software preferred.
• Familiarity with NESC requirements and utility transmission-line design standards preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• FE/EIT certification preferred; PE licensure preferred for senior-level candidates.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or another engineering discipline relevant to transmission-line design from an accredited four-year institution.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.

Technologies

• PLS-CADD
• PLS-POLE
• TOWER
• AutoCAD
• MicroStation
• Microsoft Office

Work Location

The Woodlands, TX (onsite)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off and 9 company-paid holidays

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged sitting and standing are required.
• Ability to occasionally lift, pull, carry, and push items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and courteous manner at all times.
• Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and Company needs.

Environmental and Working Conditions

• Routine office environment; occasional field/site visits required.
• Ability to work extended hours, as needed.
• Travel required as needed to support field/site visits and project coordination.
• Valid driver’s license and a clear driving record required.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include verification of driving history, criminal records, and other relevant factors.