Senior Transmission Line Engineer

KOSMOS GROUP LLC

6d•$165,000 - $200,000•Remote

About The Position

Kosmos Group is seeking a Senior Transmission Line Engineer to support its growing Transmission & Distribution practice. The remote position is open to qualified candidates residing in the United States and requires travel for business and project needs, including periodic visits to the Diamond Bar, California office. The engineer will contribute to all facets of transmission line routing and design, working on projects for multiple utilities and coordinating with project stakeholders, clients, vendors, contractors, and technical staff. The role reports directly to a Project Engineer or Project Manager for assigned work scopes. The engineer will also provide technical leadership, quality oversight, mentoring, business development support, and Engineer of Record approvals and stamps. The anticipated annual base salary range is $165,000 to $200,000, with actual compensation determined by factors including experience, qualifications, technical expertise, licensure, credentials, and location. Kosmos Group describes its culture as open, collaborative, and supportive, emphasizing innovation, teamwork, employee growth, safety, integrity, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement. Eligible employees are offered medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off for vacation, personal, and sick leave; paid company-observed holidays; life insurance; and additional benefits. The company is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
At least seven years of related experience.
Experience serving as a technical lead on projects and performing quality reviews.
Active Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in at least one U.S. state.
Experience designing 69 kV to 500 kV transmission lines.
Advanced knowledge of power-line system programs such as PLS, PLS-CADD, and PLS-POLE.
Advanced working knowledge of PLS-POLE.
Advanced knowledge of design, calculations, and design systems or software used to execute production.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to collaborate with remote and geographically dispersed teams.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed for business and project support, including periodic visits to the Diamond Bar, California office.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
Experience with PLS-TOWER.
Engineering consulting experience.
California Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
Advanced working knowledge of GO95, NESC, and wildfire mitigation.
California-based candidates are preferred due to proximity to the Diamond Bar office and regional project needs.

Responsibilities

Plan, analyze, and design transmission line projects for multiple utilities and stakeholders.
Report to a Project Engineer or Project Manager on work scopes primarily involving transmission line planning, analysis, and design.
Collaborate with engineers and technical staff to meet project requirements effectively and on time.
Coordinate with equipment vendors, clients, and other design disciplines.
Lead meetings with clients, project stakeholders, and contractors to align on project needs and constraints.
Support permitting and licensing requirements.
Analyze and research project issues and propose solutions using engineering experience and industry best practices.
Prepare and revise technical reports and engineering studies.
Prepare plans, specifications, and design packages for transmission line projects.
Monitor project scope and deliverables, identify scope creep, and coordinate with the Project Engineer or Project Manager to recover the schedule when needed.
Prepare presentations for technical and non-technical clients, communicating complex engineering information clearly.
Support construction projects through field site visits, construction observation, and responses to RFIs.
Ensure assigned projects and work under technical oversight adhere to company design practices.
Perform and coordinate quality reviews of transmission project deliverables for accuracy and compliance.
Prepare project scope proposals and technical labor estimates to support business development.
Promote knowledge sharing and continuous improvement by guiding and mentoring technical staff.
Approve and stamp designs and drawings as Engineer of Record.
Perform additional duties as assigned.