Senior Transmission Line Engineer
Summary
Design overhead transmission projects from concept through construction, with site visits, structural analysis, and support for bidding, permitting, and construction. Requires a civil or electrical engineering degree, 5+ years’ experience, and a PE license or ability to obtain.
Highlights
- Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k)
- Experience
- 5+ years designing and analyzing transmission lines
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering
- License Required
- PE license or ability to obtain
- Certifications
- Knowledge of NESC, IEEE, and ASCE standards
- Travel Required
- Site visits required
- Department
- Power
- Type
- Full-Time
Job description
Senior Transmission Line Engineer
Department: Power
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: North Olmsted, OH
Compensation: $80,000 - $150,000 / year
Description
We are looking for a Transmission Line Engineer to support our Transmission Line Team within our Power Group. In this role, you will design overhead transmission projects from concept through construction, playing a key role in shaping the infrastructure that powers communities. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams and leveraging tools like PLS-CADD and AutoCAD, your expertise in high-voltage systems will help you solve complex challenges and deliver reliable, innovative solutions.
Within our Energy Business Unit, ISG's Power Group plays a vital role in delivering resilient infrastructure solutions nationwide.
Essential Duties
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
ISG Employee Owner Benefits
Department: Power
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: North Olmsted, OH
Compensation: $80,000 - $150,000 / year
Description
We are looking for a Transmission Line Engineer to support our Transmission Line Team within our Power Group. In this role, you will design overhead transmission projects from concept through construction, playing a key role in shaping the infrastructure that powers communities. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams and leveraging tools like PLS-CADD and AutoCAD, your expertise in high-voltage systems will help you solve complex challenges and deliver reliable, innovative solutions.
Within our Energy Business Unit, ISG's Power Group plays a vital role in delivering resilient infrastructure solutions nationwide.
Essential Duties
- Design transmission line routes, configurations, and structures to meet client specifications and regulatory standards for systems 25kV and above.
- Perform structural analysis, sag-tension calculations, and clearance checks using industry-standard tools to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant designs.
- Develop detailed design packages for bidding, permitting, and construction.
- Partner with ROW, environmental, and project management teams to successfully deliver transmission projects.
- Conduct site visits to evaluate terrain, identify constraints, and recommend practical design solutions.
- Assist with estimates, schedules, and procurement strategies.
- Provide construction-phase support, to address design changes and ensure alignment with project requirements and timelines.
- Maintain knowledge of client standards, current codes, and industry best practices.
- Engage with clients through regular meetings, providing updates and technical insight.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Bachelor degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering.
- 5+ years of experience in the design and analysis of transmission lines (25kV and above).
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain.
- Solid understanding of electrical and structural engineering principles related to high-voltage systems.
- Proficiency in design software including PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, FAD Tools, and AutoCAD.
- Knowledge of industry standards and codes such as NESC, IEEE, and ASCE.
- Maintains working knowledge of changes to industry standards, technologies, and best practices.
- Builds and maintains effective relationships with team members, clients, and stakeholders.
- Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and sound independent judgment.
- Proven analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex technical challenges.
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage assigned work independently with appropriate guidance.
ISG Employee Owner Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision
- Paid time off, pro-rated amount available on your start date
- Paid holidays and paid volunteer time
- Paid parental leave
- Bi-annual profit sharing
- Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP)
- 401K retirement plan
- Life insurance
- HSA and FSA options
- Bereavement leave
- Supplemental voluntary benefits
- Short term and long-term disability
- Parking reimbursement, varies on office location