Principal Transmission Line Engineer (Remote)

Ulteig•,

6d•$155,500 - $210,300•Remote

About The Position

Ulteig is seeking a Principal Transmission Line Engineer to support, manage, and lead transmission and distribution projects across its Power and Renewable lifelines. The role is responsible for designing and/or coordinating high-voltage transmission lines (69kV–500kV) using PLS-CADD, developing the team, and serving as a primary client-facing subject matter expert to help grow the team. The engineer applies advanced techniques and engineering practices to complex high-voltage and extra-high-voltage transmission line assignments, adapts standard techniques to solve multifaceted problems, and provides expert consultation on technical plans and systems for transmission-line construction. Work includes coordinating across disciplines, engaging with clients to define scope and requirements, and preparing final construction documents while ensuring quality control and compliance with client requirements. Deliverables include design criteria, plan and profile drawings, structure framing and loading drawings, assembly drawings, foundation drawings, and construction specifications. The role also coordinates design elements, estimates construction costs, specifies materials, contributes to proposals and internal standards, and trains and mentors other engineers. This remote position offers a flexible workplace and schedule, with the option to work remotely, hybrid, or in an office. Ulteig describes its culture as collaborative and innovative and offers employee ownership, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package. The target base compensation range is $155,500–$210,300; actual pay may depend on skills, education, training, location, experience, and internal comparisons.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited school.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Expert proficiency in PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE, including the ability to train others.
Expert knowledge and experience in all aspects of transmission-line design and project types, including line routing, engineering and design, construction, structural analysis, and clearance analysis.
Previous experience working with or for a utility.
Proven track record of positive client relationships.
Ability to manage individual workload and lead training and mentoring of team members.
Analytical, self-motivated, and able to work in a team environment and varied situations while maintaining a positive, enthusiastic attitude.
Excellent presentation and verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, clients, and external agencies.
Openness to innovation and ability to apply evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and support continuous improvement.
Authorization to work permanently in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
At least 20 years of related transmission-line engineering experience.
Professional Engineer licensure in multiple states.
Licensed Structural Engineer (SE).
Experience as an industry subject matter expert, including involvement in industry committees and/or conference presentations.
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access, and AutoCAD.
Proficiency in MFAD/LPILE.

Responsibilities

Support, manage, and lead transmission and distribution projects across Power and Renewable lifelines.
Design and/or coordinate high-voltage transmission lines (69kV–500kV) using PLS-CADD.
Serve as a primary client-facing subject matter expert and help develop and grow the team.
Apply advanced engineering techniques to complex high-voltage and extra-high-voltage transmission-line assignments, adapting standard methods to solve multifaceted problems.
Provide expert consultation for the design, development, and implementation of technical plans and systems used in transmission-line construction.
Facilitate collaboration among disciplines and project team members.
Act as a client contact to determine project scope and understand client requirements.
Develop final construction documents and ensure quality control and compliance with client requirements.
Produce project design criteria, plan and profile drawings, structure framing and loading drawings, assembly drawings, structure foundation drawings, and construction specifications.
Coordinate specific design aspects of projects, estimate construction costs, and specify materials.
Deliver internal training presentations and mentor junior engineers and other team members.
Assist with proposal bids and improve internal design standards and processes.
Review project drawings, calculations, and specifications.
Manage individual workload and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support project success.