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Senior Transmission Line Design Engineer

Michigan, Michigan Permanent USD150,000 - USD190,000 per year Hybrid working View Job Description
The Senior Transmission Line Design Engineer will be responsible for designing and managing high-voltage transmission line projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project specifications. This role requires technical expertise and a proactive approach to problem-solving in the Engineering & Manufacturing sector.
  • Opportunity to work on large-scale transmission and grid modernization projects
  • Long-term growth potential and collaborative leadership team

About Our Client

Our client is a nationally recognized engineering consulting organization known for supporting complex power delivery and utility infrastructure projects across the country. They combine the technical depth and project sophistication of large industry-leading engineering firms with the agility, collaboration, and employee-focused culture of a growing organization. Their team supports major electric utility clients across transmission, substation, and grid modernization initiatives, with a strong reputation for technical excellence, stability, and long-term client relationships.

Job Description

  • Lead the engineering and design of overhead transmission line projects ranging from HV through EHV voltage classes
  • Develop and review transmission line routing, plan/profile drawings, structure loading trees, and construction packages
  • Perform and oversee engineering calculations related to sag/tension, clearances, structure loading, and line design
  • Utilize and review work performed in PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, PLS-TOWER, and related design software
  • Coordinate closely with civil, structural, geotechnical, substation, and protection & control teams
  • Serve as a technical resource and mentor for junior engineers and designers
  • Support project execution including scope development, scheduling, budgeting, and quality control
  • Interface directly with utility clients, contractors, permitting agencies, and external stakeholders
  • Review vendor drawings, contractor submittals, and material specifications
  • Ensure designs comply with NESC, ASCE, and client-specific engineering standards
  • Support construction activities, field reviews, and issue resolution as needed

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

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering discipline
  • 10+ years of transmission line engineering and design experience
  • Strong experience with overhead transmission projects for utilities, EPC firms, or engineering consulting organizations
  • Advanced proficiency with PLS-CADD required; experience with PLS-POLE and PLS-TOWER strongly preferred
  • Strong understanding of NESC, ASCE guidelines, and utility design standards
  • Experience leading projects and coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams
  • Strong communication, organizational, and client-facing skills
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or required depending on project responsibilities



Preferred Experience

  • Transmission projects ranging from 69kV through 500kV+
  • Utility consulting or EPC project experience
  • Line uprating, rebuild, and greenfield transmission projects
  • Construction support and field engineering experience
  • Experience managing schedules, budgets, and engineering deliverables
  • Direct utility client interaction and project leadership experience



What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from $150,000 to $190,000 USD annually.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development within the organization.
  • Work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
  • Opportunity to support large-scale grid modernization and utility infrastructure programs
  • Strong project backlog and long-term growth potential
  • Collaborative and technically focused environment
  • Competitive compensation package with bonus potential
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
  • Flexible work environment depending on project needs
  • Career advancement opportunities into technical leadership and project management paths



Contact
Cullen Sheridan
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7014299

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Engineering Design and R&D
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Michigan
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Cullen Sheridan
Job Reference
JN-052026-7014299
Job Nature
Hybrid working