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Transmission Electrical Engineer - EIT

Collinsville, Illinois Permanent USD100,000 - USD150,000 per year 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 St. Louis area offers an opportunity to contribute to critical power infrastructure projects and lead the execution of projects from concept through construction.
  • Engineer & Design leading company supporting major grid mod projects
  • Growth path to leadership and management roles; flexible schedule

About Our Client

This position is with an industry 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

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
  • Represent BHMG in client meetings, presentations, and technical discussions, building trust and long-term relationships
  • 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 salary ranging from $100,000 to $150,000 USD annually.
  • Great bonus structure and full time benefits
  • Opportunity to work in a key role within the electric utility and energy 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.



If you are excited to advance your career as a Transmission Electrical Engineer - EIT in the energy and natural resources industry, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Dom Delia
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7047132

Job summary

Sector
Power & Energy
Sub Sector
Electrical Design Engineer
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Collinsville
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Dom Delia
Job Reference
JN-062026-7047132
Job Nature
Hybrid working