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Transmission Line Design Engineer

CompanyUniversal Resources, Inc.
LocationForest Park
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 8, 2026
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About the Role

Responsible for applying engineering processes, design criteria, and software applications to design and construct high-voltage transmission lines (HVTL). Supports estimate preparation, develops design options, and prepares construction specifications. Provide guidance, oversight, and quality assurance reviews for approved contractors as they develop design solutions, cost estimates, and construction packages for outsourced line design jobs. Job responsibilities include creating a safe work environment by putting safety first, understand the process used for HVTL planning, design, operation, construction, and maintenance, understanding the functions and activities of various internal departments involved in HVTL design, construction, and maintenance, understanding transmission line design practices and work processes, using all software applications used in HVTL design, understanding NESC and design standards, supporting design standard and criteria development for the system, supporting construction and maintenance teams during day-to-day operations and during emergency

BS degree in Engineering

(Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil), Engineering

Technology, or relevant technical degree - or - •

Significant experience in transmission line

design is required • A Professional Engineering

license is preferred. Experience: • Experience

working in or in support of transmission line

design is required • Thorough knowledge of

transmission line design practices including the

use of PLS CADD is required • Experience in

managing and scheduling large complex

engineering projects is strongly preferred

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Key Skills
Transmission line designHigh-voltage transmission linesPls caddEngineering designConstruction specificationsQuality assuranceProject managementNesc standardsCost estimationElectrical engineeringMechanical engineeringCivil engineeringTechnical designSystem maintenanceSafety compliance
Categories
EngineeringEnergyConstruction
Benefits
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Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Transmission Line Design Engineer is responsible for designing high-voltage transmission lines and developing construction specifications. They also provide oversight and quality assurance for outsourced design solutions and support maintenance teams during operations.
📋Job Type
contractor
💰Salary Range
$160,000 - $180,000
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
Not specified
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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