Transmission Electrical Engineer - EIT

Portland, Oregon Temporary USD45 - USD70 per hour Hybrid working View Job Description
The Transmission Line Engineer will focus on designing, engineering, and maintaining transmission lines (69kV - 500kV) within the power sector. This role in the Portland area offers an opportunity to contribute to critical power infrastructure projects.
  • Engineer & Design leading company supporting T&D grid mod projects
  • Growth path to leadership and management roles

About Our Client

This position is with a global leader in the power and energy industry specializing in transmission, distribution, and substation projects across the US. The company values expertise and precision in delivering high-quality results for its clients and a collaborative work culture offering a direct path to leadership roles.

Job Description

As a Transmission Line Project Engineer, your role will:

  • Preparing all technical aspects and deliverables associated with the conceptual and detailed transmission lines design of increasing complexity using PLS-CADD and foundation design software such as L-Pile, MFAD or Caisson.
  • Coordinating the preparation of construction release packages for high voltage transmission lines including plan and profiles, structure load trees, structure assemblies and details, stringing charts, foundation schedules and details, and bills of material.
  • Assigning tasks and providing guidance to junior team members and coordinating quality control reviews for work performed by EITs and/or Designers.
  • Identifying and implementing learning opportunities for EITs and/or Designers through such methods as job shadowing, assigning specific project tasks, "show and tell", lunch n learns and general knowledge sharing.
  • Performing quality control reviews of projects from other teams as needed.
  • Providing engineering input on specific project design issues and questions.
  • Conducting engineering analyses to develop design options.
  • Assisting with preparation of cost estimates or specifications.
  • Attending client stakeholder meetings and leading design reviews with the client.
  • Providing input to the development of project manhours estimates and task schedules.
  • Effectively managing multiple tasks for multiple projects while being cognizant of schedule and budget.
  • Performing site visits during the design, construction, and as-built phases of projects, including participating in field reviews or construction observation.



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 Engineering
  • Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer or EIT license.
  • Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
  • Computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software. (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit)
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture
  • 4+ years of transmission line engineering experience in the electric utility and/or renewables industry.
  • Experience with transmission line voltages of 69kV thru 500kV desired, experience thru 765kV an added benefit.
  • Exposure to developing project manhour and cost estimates, and schedules.
  • Prior experience in foundations design using software such as L-Pile, Caisson or MFAD.
  • Experience working with Renewables developers and/or the interconnection of Renewables a plus.



What's on Offer

  • Hourly pay ranging from $45 to $75 USD.
  • Flexibility that works: Choose a hybrid or remote schedule that fits your life and projects
  • Access to medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Opportunity to work in a key role within the energy and natural resources sector.
  • This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Engineer to make a meaningful impact. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply
  • Opportunity to travel to project sites nationwide supporting major power delivery projects, with all travel expenses covered.
  • Work on high-impact transmission and substation infrastructure projects supporting grid modernization and reliability initiatives across the U.S.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits available.
  • Join a firm consistently recognized as a "Top Place to Work" for five consecutive years, known for its collaborative engineering culture and commitment to employee development



If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Transmission Electrical Engineer - EIT, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Dom Delia
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7046915

Job summary

Sector
Power & Energy
Sub Sector
Electrical Design Engineer
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Portland
Contract Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Dom Delia
Job Reference
JN-062026-7046915
Job Nature
Hybrid working