Transmission Line Engineer

Transmission Line Engineer

We are seeking a Transmission Engineer to support a growing Transmission & Distribution team. This role will work closely with utility clients and internal engineering teams to support the design, analysis, and installation of overhead electric transmission lines. The ideal candidate will utilize industry-standard engineering software to develop detailed design packages, construction documents, and technical solutions for transmission projects. REMOTE opportunity within Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Ohio.

Key Responsibilities

• Design overhead transmission lines using PLS-CADD.
• Develop and review transmission line design drawings, specifications, calculations, and construction documents.
• Coordinate with utility clients, contractors, and project stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Maintain strong client relationships through clear communication, responsiveness, and technical excellence.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to achieve project objectives related to scope, schedule, and budget.
• Support the preparation of project reports, compliance documentation, and engineering records.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and field visits as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of transmission line design experience within the electric utility industry.
• Experience with transmission structure and foundation design.
• Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards, including: NESC, ASCE, IEEE, ACI
• Proficiency with industry software, including: PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and ability to solve complex technical challenges.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and manage multiple project priorities.
• Willingness to travel periodically for site visits, client meetings, and project-related activities, including occasional overnight travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure.
• Experience supporting transmission projects ranging from 69kV to 500kV.
• Familiarity with utility standards and transmission asset management practices.
• Experience performing line ratings, sag-tension analysis, and structure loading calculations.

Work Enviroment

• This is a REMOTE opportunity within Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Ohio.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tampa, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.06 - $52.88/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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