Transmission Line Project Engineer

Transmission Line Project Engineer at Summit Group Solutions, LLC Transmission Line Project Engineer at Summit Group Solutions, LLC in Newport Coast, California Posted in 6 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

T-Line Project Engineering Manager - Transmission Lines (69kV and Above) If you are a collaborative leader with deep technical knowledge, a passion for mentorship, and the drive to execute complex, high-stakes projects, we invite you to join our team as a T-Line Project Engineering Manager.

Multiple Office Locations:

Hybrid 3 days per week in office in Tualatin, OR; Irvine, CA; Houston, TX; Overland Park, KS; Denver, CO; Bloomington, MN; Ann Arbor, MI; Raleigh, NC; Orlando, FL.

Key Responsibilities:

Actively promote and reinforce the safety culture across all phases of project execution. Respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and develop competitive, detailed proposals for engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services. Lead project teams through conceptual design, procurement, and construction support for substation, distribution, and transmission line projects, with a primary focus on 69kV and above. Manage project schedules, budgets, and scopes for services and EPC work. Interface adeptly with clients, external stakeholders, and internal teams, ensuring clarity, alignment, and project success. Mentor and train engineers assigned to active projects, providing day-to-day technical oversight, performance feedback, and skill development-especially in PLS-CADD and related tools. Develop and deliver internal training content, including guides on conductor/insulator selection, foundation design, and use of engineering software. Serve as a technical Subject Matter Expert (SME), bridging the experience gap between junior entry-level engineers and seasoned project leads.

Location Preferences:

Hybrid 3 days per week in office in Tualatin, OR; Irvine, CA; Houston, TX; Overland Park, KS; Denver, CO; Bloomington, MN; Ann Arbor, MI; Raleigh, NC; Orlando, FL.

Travel Requirement:

Minimal. Travel up to 25% to project sites as needed.

Reporting Structure:

Responsible for technical oversight of project-assigned engineers, who will report directly for the duration of the project. Mentor, train, and provide performance review feedback for engineers, though ongoing career development and resource planning are managed by discipline resource managers. Support construction teams through EPC delivery, providing expert guidance on structural challenges in the field. Not responsible for direct reports' overall development outside active project assignments.

Required Experience & Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or related field); 10-12 years of experience in transmission line design and engineering (minimum 8 years required). Professional Engineer (PE) license heavily preferred.

Transmission Experience:

Demonstrated expertise in design and delivery of high-voltage transmission lines (69kV and above, with exposure to 500kV+ strongly preferred).

Structural Focus:

90% of role involves structural (civil) engineering-foundations, framing (steel, concrete, wood), and material selection. Experience with steel, wood, laminate, and composite structures; lattice tower experience is a plus.

Software Proficiency:

Advanced skills in

PLS-CADD

essential; ability to train junior staff on the platform. Experience creating training content for engineering tools and guides.

Project Leadership:

Proven record leading technical execution of EPC projects, especially during the construction phase. Construction support and field services work experience highly valued.

Team Leadership & Mentorship:

Experience mentoring and training engineers at all levels, especially bridging the gap for those with 5-8 years' experience who are ready to take on technical leadership responsibilities.

Client-Facing Skills:

Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills; able to represent the company and technical team to clients and stakeholders with clarity and professionalism.

Travel Requirement:

Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% to project sites.

Additional Assets:

Experience with substation, distribution, private networks, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) a bonus. Why Join Us? Lead diverse and impactful projects that strengthen electric grids and empower communities. Be at the forefront of both innovative and proven grid technologies. Shape the development of the next generation of engineers through active mentorship and SME leadership.

Compensation:

$140-$180k base salary plus company stock after year 1.