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Project Engineering Manager - Overhead Transmission Line

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Irvine, CA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/7/2026

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Job Description Project Engineering Manager - Overhead Transmission Line Senior Transmission Line Engineer / Engineering Manager (Overhead Transmission) A leading U.S. engineering firm is seeking a senior-level transmission line engineer to lead complex overhead transmission projects for utility customers and mentor engineering teams. This role is heavily focused on structural design and offers strong compensation and long-term growth. Technical Focus ~90% structural engineering (foundations, framing, materials) Experience with steel, wood, laminate, and composite structures Lattice tower experience is a plus EPC and/or utility services experience preferred Key Responsibilities Lead engineering execution for large or multi-project transmission programs Prepare and review complex engineering deliverables and calculations Manage budgets, schedules, and quality across disciplines Lead and mentor engineering teams; provide
PLS-CADD
training Serve as technical lead and responsible charge on projects Interface with clients and support pursuit/business development efforts Preferred Experience U.S. investor-owned utility transmission projects Strong understanding of PLS-CADD, line routing, structural loading, and foundation design Experience coordinating with procurement, permitting, land, and construction teams Proposal support and engineering cost estimating experience
Locations Preferred:
OR, CA, TX, KS, CO, MN, MI, NC, FL
(Open to candidates near other major U.S. engineering offices) Qualifications Requirements 8-12+ years of overhead transmission line design experience (69kV+ required)
PLS-CADD
experience required Experience with 500kV+ projects strongly preferred Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (other engineering degrees considered) PE license preferred Why is This a Great Opportunity Our client is a major in the red-hot electric power transmission industry. With the growing demand for electricity from data centers, electric vehicles, etc., this company will be busy for a long time.

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