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  • Design transmission lines from 69kV to 765kV ensuring compliance with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
  • Mentor and train less experienced team members and perform independent reviews of design calculations and drawings.
  • Prepare clear reports and studies and coordinate design activities to meet client requirements and S&L standards.

PLS-CADD Transmission Line Design NESC

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  • Design overhead high- and medium-voltage transmission lines for utility-scale solar and storage projects using PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER.
  • Lead project scopes from kickoff to issued-for-construction, managing schedule, budget, and quality while coordinating with substation and civil engineers.
  • Ensure designs meet NESC, ASCE 74, and ASCE 48 standards, and support construction through answering RFIs and preparing record drawings.

Revamp is an employee-owned engineering design firm dedicated to advancing large-scale renewable energy projects, primarily solar and storage. Founded in 2016, the company has supported the design of over 10% of utility-scale solar generation capacity in the US and fosters a collaborative, creative, and accountable culture.

US

  • Perform detailed design of overhead transmission lines from 69 kV to 500 kV, including structure spotting, profile development, and plan/profile drawings.
  • Execute and review line designs using PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER, and perform sag-tension and clearance calculations.
  • Interface with clients, survey, and environmental teams, and provide mentorship to junior engineers and designers.

E2 Consulting Engineers, LP is a professional services firm established in 1988 specializing in engineering, design, infrastructure support, and environmental consulting. They value safety, innovation, and collaboration, and are dedicated to excellence.

$130,000–$165,000/yr
US

  • Lead transmission line design projects as a subject matter expert using PLS-CADD and structural software.
  • Develop design criteria, construction packages, and cost estimates for compliant, efficient power infrastructure.
  • Mentor junior engineers and support business development with clients and internal teams.

GFT is a privately held AEC firm where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. With over 5,000 employees, it fosters a relationship-driven culture and is committed to professional development and shaping stronger communities.

$80,000–$120,000/yr
US

  • Perform engineering analysis and design for overhead transmission lines, including structure loading, conductor sag/tension, foundations, and line routing.
  • Prepare construction packages with plan & profile drawings, structure selection, material specifications, and calculations.
  • Use industry-standard software like PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER, ensuring compliance with NESC and ASCE codes.

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm partnering with clients to solve complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. We are a Fortune 500 team of over 50,000 professionals delivering projects that create positive impact around the world.

US

  • Lead and manage multiple transmission projects from planning through construction and commissioning.
  • Oversee engineering design, including PE-seal approval, QA/QC, and compliance with technical and regulatory standards.
  • Mentor engineers and serve as a trusted technical advisor to utility clients.

Vantage Point Solutions is a customer-focused, technology-driven engineering and consulting firm serving clients in the power, broadband, and financial industries. Founded in 2002, the company fosters a culture built on teamwork, accountability, respect, innovation, and professional growth.

$200,000–$250,000/yr
US

  • Lead and grow transmission services for energy clients, overseeing project delivery and building strong client teams.
  • Provide senior technical oversight of transmission line design from conceptual phase through completion, ensuring alignment with codes and standards.
  • Mentor and scale a transmission engineering team while driving business development and innovation across the energy sector.

Dudek is a 100% employee-owned environmental and infrastructure consulting firm supporting clients nationwide. It has been recognized with multiple national Top Workplace Awards and focuses on renewable energy, infrastructure, and community resilience.