Transmission Line Engineer

WSP • Midvale, UT

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About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Transmission Line Design Engineer for
our Salt Lake City, UT office. Be involved in projects with our Power Delivery
team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives
and solves their challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or closely related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 5 to 7 years of relevant post education experience in engineering and prior civil design experience.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Demonstrated advanced technical expertise in overhead transmission design.
• Proficiency with PLS‑CADD suite and familiarity with transmission codes and utility standards.
• Strong communication skills for client, contractor, and internal coordination efforts.
• Ability to independently make decisions on complex/ambiguous matters and guide team priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in Engineering.
• Essential Professional Licensure/Certification.
• Experience supporting business development, proposals, or strategic client interface.
• Experience across multiple utilities, jurisdictions, or high‑voltage project types (69–500 kV)

Responsibilities

• Perform and lead complex transmission line engineering tasks using tools such as PLS‑CADD, PLS‑POLE, PLS- LITE, L-PILE and FAD
• Apply extensive knowledge of NESC, GO‑95, IEEE and other applicable transmission design standards.
• Oversee preparation of design criteria, structure loading, wire selection, foundations, material procurement, construction packages, and QA/QC of project deliverables.
• Serve as a technical advisor to resolve complex engineering challenges and provide precedent‑setting guidance to others.
• Lead and contribute to the planning, scoping, scheduling, budgeting, and execution of overhead transmission line projects.
• Ensure design packages meet WSP’s quality standards and client expectations while delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
• Support construction teams through shop drawing review, responses to contractor inquiries, field visits, and issue resolution.
• Identify opportunities to improve tools, workflows, and engineering methodologies across the Transmission Line group.
• Contribute original and innovative problem‑solving approaches in ambiguous or novel situations.
• Participate in business planning, proposal development, and strategy discussions to support growth in the Power Delivery market.
• Work closely with project managers, discipline leads, and cross‑functional teams to ensure coordinated delivery across the business unit.
• Serve as a key technical interface with clients, utilities, EPC partners, and permitting agencies.
• Develop and maintain strong professional networks across WSP and industry partners.
• Mentor junior and intermediate engineers; support technical training and staff development.
• Provide direction to teams on engineering priorities, decisions, and best practices.
• Lead by example in reinforcing WSP’s culture, values, and quality expectations.

Benefits

• Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

What This Job Offers

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