Transmission Line Engineer

Build and refine overhead high-voltage transmission line designs with TechServ Consulting & Training. This onsite role in Tyler, TX supports engineering and design work that spans routing, structure design, analysis, and production of drawings and calculations, with collaboration across multiple disciplines from design through construction.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• Experience with electric utility transmission-line engineering preferred.
• Experience with PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, TOWER, AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar 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.

Working Conditions

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

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged sitting and standing required.
• Ability to occasionally lift, pull, carry, and push items up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and courteously.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions to meet deadlines and Company needs.

Benefits

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