Transmission Line Engineer
Rochester Metropolitan Area, NY, United States
- Experience
- 3–5 years
- Employment
- Full-time
- Work mode
- Onsite
- Salary
- Not disclosed
- Deadline
- Apply by 1 Nov 2026
- Posted
- 2025-10-03
Required skills
| Skill | Experience | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission Line Design | 2+ years | Intermediate |
| Engineering Software Proficiency | 3+ years | Intermediate |
| Civil & Electrical Engineering Knowledge | 3+ years | Intermediate |
| project management experience | 2+ years | Intermediate |
| Analysis & Problem-Solving | 3+ years | Intermediate |
| Regulatory Compliance | 3+ years | Intermediate |
| Collaboration & Communication | 3+ years | Intermediate |
| Attention to Detail | 2+ years | Intermediate |
| Proficient in PLSCAD | 3+ years | Intermediate |
| Transmission line planning | 2+ years | Intermediate |
| Civil & electrical engineering expertise | 2+ years | Intermediate |
| survey/LiDAR integration | 3+ years | Intermediate |
| Technical Documentation | 3+ years | Intermediate |
About the role
# Transmission Line Engineer
Location: Rochester, NY Metropolitan Area (Hybrid)
Salary Range: $85,000 – $125,000 / Year
Start Date: October 27, 2025
Employment Type: Full-Time | Hybrid
Experience Required: 3–5+ Years in Power System Civil Engineering
Priority: Critical
## About the Role
The firm is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer to join its growing operations in the Northeast U.S. power transmission and distribution sector. This position offers exposure to large-scale infrastructure projects, a hybrid work environment, and opportunities for career growth and training.
## Key Responsibilities
* Design and manage transmission line projects from planning through implementation.
* Perform conductor selection, insulation studies, grounding, and A/C interference analysis.
* Develop detailed line designs (plans, profiles, cross-sections, cost estimates).
* Use LiDAR/aerial survey data and integrate environmental factors into design.
* Review and create plans/profile drawings using PLSCAD in compliance with AVANGRID TM and NESC standards.
* Strategize routing considering right-of-way, congestion, permitting, and reliability.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and success.
## Qualifications
* Bachelor’s in Civil, Electrical, or related Engineering field.
* 3–5+ years of power system civil engineering experience (transmission line preferred).
* PE license preferred.
* Proficiency with PLSCAD and line design software.
* Strong understanding of environmental, structural, and regulatory considerations.
## Why Join
* Competitive compensation + performance-based incentives.
* Full benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, 401(k) + match, PTO.
* Tuition reimbursement & professional development.
* Exposure to complex, high-profile infrastructure projects.
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