ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), Bid Analysis, CADD (Computer-Aided Design and Drafting), Commissioning, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Support, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cost Engineering, Cost Estimates, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Electrical Utility, Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), Green Construction, High Voltage (HV), IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers), Leadership, Multitasking, Network Routers, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Engineer, Project Development, Project Engineering, Project Estimates, Project Execution, Project Schedule, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Standards Development, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Value Engineering, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
LOCATION
Dallas, TX
POSTED
7 days ago
Hunt Utility Services is a privately held company providing management and support services for Sharyland Utilities, L.L.C., a Texas-based electric transmission utility. We are committed to providing safe, reliable, and efficient transmission and substation services, ensuring operational excellence, and investing to support the infrastructure needs of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas grid.
Position Summary
Join our team as a Senior Transmission Line Engineer, where you will serve as the technical lead for transmission line projects, supporting execution of high-voltage infrastructure (138 kV & 345 kV).
In this role, you will define project scope, lead routing and siting efforts, and provide engineering leadership to ensure projects are technically sound and executable. You will coordinate closely with the Engineer of Record (EOR), construction teams, and internal stakeholders to guide projects from concept through construction and commissioning.
While you will not manage overall project cost and schedule, you will provide critical technical inputs and assumptions that support development of project estimates and timelines. You will work closely with the Senior Project Manager, ensuring alignment between scope, engineering, and field execution.
Responsibilities
Define and develop project scope including routing, alignment, structures, and ROW assumptions
Lead routing, siting, and permitting coordination and evaluation of alternatives
Provide technical input for cost estimates and schedules
Coordinate with EOR to guide design and ensure alignment with scope and standards
Review engineering deliverables for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with standards
Support development of structure design, line configurations, and foundation considerations
Align engineering deliverables with project schedule and communicate scope changes
Support construction through RFIs, issue resolution, and field coordination
Maintain visibility into engineering progress, risks, and constructability
Lead standards development and continuous improvement
Support WBS alignment, PR inputs, and vendor coordination
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including PCM, Construction, and Environmental
Required Skills
Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program (or equivalent)
Minimum 7+ years of experience in transmission line engineering or project execution within electric utilities or EPC firms
Demonstrated experience supporting design reviews, value engineering, and constructability assessments
Experience supporting development of project scope, schedule, and cost inputs for small- to mid-scale transmission projects, or serving as a project lead engineer
Familiarity with industry tools such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and applicable codes (e.g., NESC, ASCE, IEEE)
Experience coordinating and managing external consultants, including Engineer of Record (EOR) and owner's engineering teams
Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to support multiple projects and workstreams simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to operate with a high level of ownership, accountability, and initiative
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, cross-functional environment, collaborating across engineering, construction, and support teams
Experience working within utility environments, including coordination with environmental, permitting, operations, and stakeholder groups
Preferred Skills & Experience
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Familiarity with transmission line siting and regulatory processes
Experience supporting right-of-way (ROW) acquisition, including coordination with landowners and stakeholders
Experience working within ERCOT or similar utility markets
Experience identifying and implementing cost and schedule optimization opportunities during design and execution
Familiarity with vendor engagement and equipment procurement processes, including technical bid evaluations
Exposure to digital project delivery tools (ProjectWise, or similar platforms)
Company Highlights
For 90 years, we have nurtured creative ideas and turned them into successful realities using three core strategic pillars - creativity, excellence, and people.
401K - 12% employer contribution with no vesting period (6% Match and 6% non-matching contribution)
Highly competitive compensation
Hybrid work options available for most roles
Five to eight weeks of PTO annually based on years of experience; eleven additional holidays per calendar year
All Medical/Dental/Vision benefits start day one with the company; low employee premiums
Education Assistance Program
Free covered employee parking for Dallas HQ based employees
Free specialty coffee bar in the Dallas HQ
Commitment to the following ideals:
Work/Life Balance
Ongoing professional development opportunities
An exceptional employee experience
Hunt is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Hunt is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.