Project Engineer - Transmission Line

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLC•Billings, MT

About The Position

QISG’s Transmission Line teams design, build, maintain, and upgrade high-voltage transmission infrastructure that supports the electric grid, using traditional methods and industry innovations to deliver safe, reliable, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions. The Transmission Line Project Engineer oversees the design of high-voltage infrastructure projects, provides oversight to the detailed-design team, and performs engineering work in support of EPC proposals. The role oversees projects from planning and design through permitting, construction support, and closeout, while ensuring compliance, quality, budget, and schedule requirements are met. The position may require travel up to 10–20% of the time.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree or graduate degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
At least 5 years of experience in the electric utility industry performing detailed engineering for high-voltage substation or transmission line projects.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
Strong technical expertise in structural, civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering and comprehensive understanding of engineering principles and practices.
Expert knowledge of electric utility engineering and construction standards.
Strong understanding of industry-specific software packages.
Familiarity with project controls and estimating processes and procedures.
Demonstrated experience supporting external customers.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, clients, and external partners.
Knowledge of relevant industry codes, standards, and regulations, including ANSI, ASTM, ACI, AISC, IEEE, NEC, and NESC.
Ability to handle ambiguity, work independently, manage multiple tasks, and determine priorities in a complex environment.
Ability to travel as necessary, up to 10–20% of the time.

Responsibilities

Oversee projects from inception to completion, including planning, design, permitting, construction support, and closeout.
Review engineering calculations, drawings, and specifications for electrical substations or transmission lines.
Ensure projects remain on budget and schedule while identifying cost-effective solutions.
Review projects for compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and standards, including environmental and safety requirements.
Coordinate with government agencies, contractors, the public, and other stakeholders to support successful project delivery.
Oversee quality control procedures to ensure high standards of workmanship and materials.
Prepare and maintain project status reports, engineering documentation, and records.
Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of work.
Perform other duties as assigned.