Principal Transmission Line Project Engineer

Edwardsville, Illinois Permanent USD130,000 - USD200,000 per year Hybrid working View Job Description
We are seeking a licensed Transmission Line Project Engineer to serve as a technical leader and Engineer of Record for complex overhead transmission line projects. This role combines hands-on engineering expertise with people leadership, technical authority, and project oversight.
  • Reputable engineering design firm; major project backlog of t-line projects
  • Family first approach who ensures work-life balance with flexible work schedules

About Our Client

Our client is known for a collaborative, family first approach who ensures work-life balance with flexible work schedules. Compared to other larger firms, our client gives you a lot more visibility and ownership on T&D projects where you're not one of hundreds of engineers on a massive team. It's a smaller, more hands-on environment where your work gets noticed and you have direct access to leadership.

Job Description

In this position, you will lead the technical execution of transmission line (T-Line) projects from concept through construction support, ensure compliance with applicable codes and client standards, and mentor a team of engineers and designers. You will work closely with Project Managers and clients to deliver high-quality, compliant, and efficient engineering solutions.This role is ideal for a seasoned transmission line engineer who enjoys ownership, technical leadership, mentoring others, and influencing project outcomes. Licensed engineering role + people leader responsible for serving as engineer of record, leading the technical execution of t-line projects, and ensuring compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and client requirements. This role provides technical authority, project oversight, and team leadership across complex overhead transmission line projects.You Will

  • Serve as the Engineer of Record for overhead transmission line projects, ensuring design accuracy, compliance, and adherence to NESC, RUS, and client standards
  • Provide technical leadership and direction to the transmission line design team across all project phases-from concept development through construction support
  • Perform, review, and approve detailed engineering calculations, models, design packages, and sealed deliverables
  • Collaborate with Project Managers to define project scope, schedules, deliverables, and execution strategies
  • Guide project teams to complete work within planned budgets, schedules, and resource constraints
  • Oversee and enforce QA/QC processes to maintain consistent technical quality and compliance
  • Support construction activities through design clarifications, field visits, and evaluation of change orders or design revisions
  • Provide technical input for proposals, workload planning, and business development efforts
  • Drive continuous improvement in technical standards, tools, workflows, and team capabilities



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Education/Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related ABET-accredited engineering discipline (required)
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license (required)
  • 7+ years of overhead transmission line design experience
  • Experience serving as Engineer of Record on utility transmission line projects
  • Authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without sponsorship



Desired Skills & Attributes

  • Advanced knowledge of overhead transmission line design principles and utility standards
  • Strong working knowledge of NESC, RUS, and utility-specific requirements
  • Advanced proficiency with PLS-CADD, SAG10, MFAD, AutoCAD, and related engineering tools
  • Proven ability to lead complex technical design packages and coordinate across disciplines
  • Demonstrated experience mentoring engineers and leading technical teams
  • Ability to manage technical scope, budgets, and schedules across multiple projects
  • High level of independence, accountability, and professional judgment
  • Excellent communication, client-facing, and collaboration skills

What's on Offer

  • Competitive annual salary ranging from $130,000 to $200,000 USD.
  • Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Paid holidays and paid time off
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Excellent bonus structure
  • Paid parental leave
  • Flexible schedules and hybrid work options for strong work-life balance
  • Professional licensure and development support
  • A fun, respectful, and team-oriented culture



If you are ready to take on a leadership role as a Principal Transmission Line Project Engineer in Edwardsville and contribute to the success of impactful projects, apply now!

Contact
Dom Delia
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7036424

Job summary

Sector
Power & Energy
Sub Sector
Electrical Design Engineer
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Edwardsville
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Dom Delia
Job Reference
JN-062026-7036424
Job Nature
Hybrid working