Project Engineer III - Transmission

Baton Rouge, Louisiana Permanent USD125,000 - USD160,000 per year View Job Description
The Project Engineer III - Transmission will oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of transmission projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with a strong technical background in engineering and manufacturing.
  • High ownership and technical impact
  • Stability with growth and variety

About Our Client

This organization is a well-established, multi-office consulting engineering firm specializing in electric utility infrastructure. They focus heavily on distribution and substation design, supporting cooperatives, municipalities, and investor-owned utilities across a variety of projects.They're known for combining hands-on engineering with strong client collaboration, offering services that span planning, design, permitting, and construction support. The company has built a reputation for long-term client relationships, consistent project backlog, and a practical, field-oriented approach to delivering reliable power solutions.

Job Description

Project Engineer III is a position within the Transmission Department to perform electric utility-related engineering tasks and provide technical expertise to solve design problems under minimal supervision. Incumbents are expected to perform a variety of complex tasks, delegating and reviewing routine tasks through Project Engineer I's and II's, as well as Engineering Technician I's and II's. These tasks deliver sealed drawings, specifications, and contracts clients. The expected level of supervision of a candidate will be based on their years of experience and qualifications.

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

Requirements

  • Proficiency in RUS and NESC requirements.
  • Design and evaluate transmission and distribution overhead power lines utilizing PLS-CADD software to ensure that the needs of the Client are met in the most economical and effective manner. Models are built from the ground up or are minor revisions to existing models.
  • Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches.
  • Support and contribute to a company-wide safety culture by following established safety standards, policies, and best practices, helping to ensure a safe environment for employees, clients, and the public.
  • Prepare sealed engineering plans, specifications, material lists, and labor contracts for utility projects.
  • Assist in the continued development of both Company and Client standards to provide guidelines for future project planning and design.
  • Must interface well with Clients, Vendors, Representatives, and Employees at all levels.
  • Perform field/site visits to design, observe, and inspect projects with a more senior team member.
  • Travel is required for this position on an as-needed basis.
  • The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.



Minimum Qualifications:

B.S. degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering required. 4+ years of applicable experience required. PE required. Proficiency in PLS-CADD software.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive annual salary ranging from $125,000 to $160,000 USD.
  • Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
  • Supportive work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.



If you are a skilled Project Engineer III - Transmission looking to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Cullen Sheridan
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7011573

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Engineering Design and R&D
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Baton Rouge
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Cullen Sheridan
Job Reference
JN-052026-7011573