Sr. Transmission Line Engineer

The Haskell Company • Frisco, TX

19h • Remote

About The Position

In this role, we are seeking a Senior Transmission Line Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and execution of high-voltage transmission line projects ranging from 69kV to 500kV. This position plays a key technical role in delivering safe, cost-effective, and reliable transmission line designs while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with multidisciplinary project teams. You will serve as a technical expert in PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and transmission line structural and civil design, ensuring compliance with all applicable standards and client requirements throughout the project lifecycle—from conceptual development through construction support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one U.S. state (or ability to obtain via reciprocity).
• 8+ years of experience in high-voltage transmission line engineering (69kV–500kV).
• Proficiency in PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and/or PLS-TOWER.
• Proficiency in foundation analysis tools such as MFAD, LPILE, or FAD Tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and technical calculation tools (e.g., Mathcad).
• Working knowledge of NESC, ASCE, ACI, IEEE, and applicable utility standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in transmission engineering.
• Prior experience on EPC, design-build, or Owner’s Engineer projects.
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary design teams and coordinate with protection, civil, and substation groups.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with AutoCAD, MicroStation, ArcGIS.
• Familiarity with Sag10, CDEGS, or other power system modeling tools.
• Familiarity with cost estimating and construction specifications development.
• Experience interfacing with field crews, resolving construction challenges, and supporting emergency response (storm restoration, wildfire mitigation, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform design and analysis of overhead transmission lines, including structure selection, routing, line modeling, and foundation engineering.
• Develop and review PLS-CADD models and structure spotting, Plan & profile drawings, Structure loading calculations (PLS-POLE, PLS-TOWER, MFAD, FAD Tools), Conductor sag/tension analysis, Foundation designs (drilled shaft, direct embed, micropile, grillage), Lightning protection and grounding systems, Detailed bill of materials and construction packages.
• Apply and ensure compliance with industry standards (NESC, ASCE, ACI, IEEE, GO95, RUS, etc.).
• Interpret survey data, environmental constraints, and utility standards into constructible designs.
• Work directly with clients, utilities, permitting agencies, and contractors throughout the lifecycle of a project.
• Provide technical support during bidding, procurement, and construction phases.
• Conduct site visits, walkdowns, and construction inspections; provide engineering solutions to resolve field issues.
• Support the development of cost estimates, schedules, and design packages for EPC and traditional design-bid-build projects.
• Assist with Owner’s Engineer services including vendor review, design QA/QC, and field verification.
• Serve as engineering lead or discipline lead on complex transmission projects.
• Provide mentoring and technical direction to junior engineers, designers, and drafters.
• Perform and review engineering calculations, design packages, and construction documents for quality assurance.
• Support proposal writing and scope development for transmission line opportunities.

Benefits

• Reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior