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Transmission Line Engineer III

San Diego, California Permanent USD120,000 - USD165,000 per year Hybrid working View Job Description
This position will offer you the opportunity to manage the execution of multiple transmission and distribution projects with major utilities throughout the west coast. The position will involve coordinating with multiple internal and external departments to manage the life cycle of project execution.
  • Lead project execution of full life cycle for transmission & distribution work
  • Major Utility Service Provider and ranked as a top place to work

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

  • 3+ 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.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) certification is a plus, or ability to obtain certification within 12 months of start date.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from $120,000 to $165,000 USD annually.
  • Opportunity to work in a key role within the electric utility and energy 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
  • 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're ready to take the next step in your career as a Transmission Line Engineer III, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Dom Delia
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7008521

Job summary

Sector
Renewable Energy
Sub Sector
Electrical Design Engineer
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
San Diego
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Dom Delia
Job Reference
JN-052026-7008521
Job Nature
Hybrid working