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$95,000–$120,000/yr
US

  • Lead the design and delivery of underground transmission, distribution, and grid modernization projects.
  • Provide technical leadership, mentor engineers, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
  • Build strong client relationships and support project development from concept through construction.

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  • Develop and approve transmission designs, conduct system planning studies, and ensure compliance with NESC, IEEE, and client standards.
  • Mentor engineering staff, maintain client relationships, and support field engineering during construction and outage restoration.

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$73,450–$132,775/yr
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  • Design high-voltage overhead and underground transmission lines from 46kV to 345kV for a major electric utility.
  • Apply NESC, ASCE, ACI, and other standards to develop plans, specifications, and construction documents.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, perform engineering analyses, and prepare procurement and bidding materials.

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  • Develop transmission line plans and profile drawings using AutoCAD 3D and MicroStation.
  • Create master sketches to scale showing relation of proposed installations to existing facilities.
  • Confer with engineering staff to interpret specifications, weight calculations, and stress factors.

Sargent & Lundy is an engineering firm specializing in power grid design and transmission lines. The company offers award-winning benefits and a culture focused on work-life balance.

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  • Collaborate with engineers and designers to prepare substation design deliverables such as general arrangements, elevations, bills of material, and grounding plans.
  • Interpret and incorporate vendor information into design deliverables for high and extra high voltage substations.
  • Conduct walkdowns at client substation facilities to verify design details and coordinate with field conditions.

We are a leading engineering firm focused on power generation and grid infrastructure design. Our team of over 3,000 employees is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions with a culture that emphasizes health, well-being, and work-life balance.

  • Undertake primary designs for MV/HV/EHV substations, including layouts, equipment, and earthing.
  • Ensure compliance with standards, perform studies, and participate in design reviews.
  • Coordinate with multiple disciplines and provide technical support during construction.

Egis is a global engineering and consulting firm focused on place-making, sustainability, and connected cities. With over 20,000 employees worldwide, the company offers end-to-end capabilities across the design-to-operation lifecycle and fosters an inclusive, collaborative culture.

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  • Performs specific and limited portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer.
  • Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures.
  • Works on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations and relatively simple tests.

AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges. We are a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, and other professionals driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.

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  • Lead design activities for major transmission line projects, managing engineering consultants and budgets.
  • Provide engineering support for development, permitting, and stakeholder coordination.
  • Stay informed on HVDC and transmission industry advances to improve project outcomes.

Grid United is a mission-driven company developing new long-haul transmission lines in the United States to solve grid reliability barriers. The company has a purpose-built team of motivated and entrepreneurial talent, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture.

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  • Assist in creating construction drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams for substation projects.
  • Collaborate across departments to ensure project execution and client satisfaction.
  • Apply innovative solutions and continuous improvement to engineering processes.

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  • Design protection and control drawings for high voltage substations, including relay one-lines, three-lines, AC/DC schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and SCADA/communication diagrams.
  • Coordinate with physical, settings, and drafting disciplines to ensure quality deliverables and incorporate vendor information into designs.
  • Apply client standards and perform quality assurance/quality control on all design packages.

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider that combines industry expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve complex challenges. The company has approximately 9,000 employees and fosters a collaborative, innovative culture focused on work-life balance and professional development.

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  • Design and develop medium and low-voltage electrical industrial power systems, including switchgear and motor control centers.
  • Prepare engineering studies, reports, calculations, designs, and construction cost estimates in compliance with codes.
  • Collaborate with project teams, manage designs during construction, and coordinate with equipment vendors.

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$200,000–$270,000/yr
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  • Lead and grow a team of substation engineers delivering critical power infrastructure projects across the Americas.
  • Build strong client relationships with utilities, renewable energy developers, and data centers to drive business growth.
  • Provide technical oversight and QA/QC while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on transmission, distribution, and grid modernization projects.

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings. With over 50,000 employees worldwide, the company is a Fortune 500 firm known for technical excellence, innovation, and collaboration.

$140,000–$175,000/yr
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  • Manage and oversee transmission line engineering teams to meet client deliverables and business requirements.
  • Lead transmission line design projects using PLS-CADD and ensure compliance with NESC, IEEE, and other standards.
  • Provide strategic input to leadership, mentor less experienced engineers, and support business development initiatives.

GFT is an AEC firm focused on infrastructure where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. They employ over 5,000 professionals and emphasize a culture of relationship-building and innovation.

$56,200–$61,800/yr
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  • Use AutoCAD Civil 3D to create engineered construction plans and sheet setups.
  • Collaborate with civil engineers to interpret design intent and produce accurate CAD drawings.
  • Assist in generating exhibits for grading, drainage, road design, and erosion control.

ANS is a consulting engineering firm focused on multi-disciplinary engineering, specializing in clean energy design and solar/battery storage projects. Recognized as a Best Place to Work with over 70 years of collective experience, they foster a collaborative and innovative culture.

$75,000–$100,000/yr
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  • Manage multiple Civil OSP design projects from initiation to final delivery, ensuring schedule, budget, and quality objectives are met.
  • Establish and administer QA/QC procedures for Civil OSP design deliverables, conducting technical reviews and tracking quality metrics.
  • Serve as the primary interface between engineering teams, clients, and stakeholders, leading status meetings and presenting project progress.

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm that partners with clients to solve complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings. With over 50,000 employees worldwide, the company is a Fortune 500 firm that fosters a culture of collaboration, respect, and community.

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  • Lead design projects from concepts through detailed site layouts using Revit and AutoCAD.
  • Create accurate 2D and 3D drawings for customers, certification agencies, and internal teams.
  • Collaborate with engineering and sales teams to resolve design challenges and improve standards.

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