Transmission Line Engineer II

Austin, Texas Temporary USD50 - USD75 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 Austin 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

Responsibilities may include the following:

  • Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 765kV range.
  • Mentor and train less experienced design team members.
  • Coordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
  • Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements and formats.
  • Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations, drawing preparation, and transmission line models based in PLS-CADD



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

We are seeking the following qualifications:

  • 2+ Years of progressive overhead transmission engineering experience.
  • Technically proficient to QA/QC a wide variety of T-Line project submittals before packages are sent to clients.
  • S. degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
  • Experience with Civil/Structural Transmission Line disciplines (Steel Pole Design, Foundation Design.)
  • Tower Design w/ PLS-TOWER not required, but a plus.
  • Experience in 12kV to 500kV line design and working knowledge and/or expertise in Power Line Systems software suite (i.e., PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, TOWER, etc.) required.
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) certification is a plus, or ability to obtain certification within 12 months of start date.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive hourly pay between $50 and $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.
  • A temporary position offering hands-on experience with impactful projects.
  • This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Engineer to make a meaningful impact. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply
  • Long-term contract opportunity with contract-to-hire intent after 6-12 months; based on performance and project needs.
  • Overtime paid at 1.5x, with strong potential for additional hours during peak project phases.
  • 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 Line Engineer II, we encourage you to apply today and join a team that values expertise and innovation.

Contact
Dom Delia
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JN-042026-6997439

Job summary

Sector
Power & Energy
Sub Sector
Electrical Design Engineer
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Austin
Contract Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Dom Delia
Job Reference
JN-042026-6997439
Job Nature
Hybrid working