Transmission Line Engineer

FTE- Transmission Line Engineer or Designer

Full Relocation Packages Available – Designed for Individuals & Families

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This is more than a transmission line design role—it’s a chance to build critical infrastructure, expand your technical impact, and relocate with confidence. We offer comprehensive, full relocation packages that support both individuals and families, making your move smooth, supported, and stress‑free.

You’ll work on high‑impact capital and maintenance projects while collaborating across engineering, planning, operations, and community stakeholders—playing a key role in shaping the future of the transmission system.

About the Role

As a Transmission Line Engineer or Designer, you’ll support business objectives through the design of overhead and underground transmission lines, development of engineering standards, and construction support for capital and maintenance projects. You’ll collaborate with a wide range of internal partners—including Substation Design, Planning, Asset Management, Operations, Legal & Real Estate, and Local Government & Community Affairs—to deliver safe, reliable, and constructible solutions.

This role offers technical depth, cross‑functional exposure, and long‑term growth, all while working within a supportive, team‑focused environment.

What You’ll Do

• Contribute to capital, competitive, and maintenance transmission line projects from concept through construction
• Review and check transmission line designs prepared by external contractors for quality, accuracy, and constructability
• Issue approved design packages for construction and support routing and conceptual design development
• Collaborate with fellow Engineers and Associate Engineers to ensure consistent design practices and technical excellence
• Prepare cost estimates, material requisitions, specifications, and construction drawings for internally designed projects
• Support Planning and other internal teams on existing and future transmission line and substation initiatives
• Participate as a key technical member of the Transmission Line Design Engineering team
• Assist with work group policy development, implementation, and issue resolution
• Provide technical guidance to field personnel and contractors during installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert for projects and committees on both technical and non‑technical matters
• Generate internal and external reports related to transmission system performance and design
• Attend meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities to stay current in industry standards

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience in electric transmission line or substation design
• Strong experience with high‑voltage transmission line design (overhead and/or underground)
• Proficiency with PLS‑CADD and AutoCAD
• Solid understanding of electric utility system operations, planning, protection, design, construction, and maintenance
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and documentation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and collaboratively
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access)
• Ability to learn and adapt to job‑specific engineering software

Preferred Qualifications

• Structural and/or Geotechnical coursework (Civil Engineering focus)
• Power systems coursework (Electrical Engineering focus)
• Working knowledge of NESC, ACI, and AISC standards
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain one

Relocation & Work Environment

• Full relocation packages available for non‑local candidates, thoughtfully designed to support individuals and families
• Hybrid work schedule with remote work on Mondays and Fridays
• Office location: Cedar Rapids, IA or Des Moines, IA, featuring an open, collaborative layout
• Business‑casual dress code and team‑oriented culture
• A supportive environment that values engineering excellence, collaboration, and long‑term career growth

Why Join Us

You’ll be part of a team that values technical expertise, professional development, and work‑life balance. With meaningful projects, strong internal collaboration, and relocation support that truly removes barriers, this role sets you up for both career and lifestyle success.

This is a Permanent position based out of Des Moines, IA.

The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Annual bonus- Must start on or before September 30th to be eligible for the current year’s bonus on a prorated basis. Annual Incentive Plan payout is dependent upon company performance against annual targets set forth and approved by the Board of Directors. The payout is measured, approved, and paid out in the first quarter following the performance year. Actual average attainment for the last ten-year period is 95%. LTIP- Long-Term Incentive Plan for employees is composed of Service Based Units (50%) and Performance Based Units (50%). Service Based Units (SBUs) are paid out at target after a 'three-year' vest. Performance Based Units (PBUs) are dependent upon company performance against targets set forth and approved by the Board of Directors. Payout of PBUs, if any, can range from 25% to 200% of target and if realized, pay out after a 'three-year' vest and approval of results by the Board of Directors. If hired after January 1, first grant will be in 'HIRE YEAR 1' and potential payout will occur in 'HIRE YEAR 4'. Employee Well-Being- $500.00 empower points 401K- Employer match contribution: 100% on the first 4% of pay contributed, 50% on the next 4% of pay contributed. If employee puts in 8% the company will match 6%. 100% vested day 1. Employee Share Purchase Plan- Employees can purchase common shares of company stock and can invest between 1% and 10% of their annual base pay. Company contributes 10% of the employee’s contribution. Retirement Plan- Employer funded cash balance defined benefit plan. Annual 7% compensation credit plus an annual interest credit based on 30-year treasury rate. Fully vested at 3-years of service. Phone and Internet- Company will provide a monthly payment to eligible employee: $90 for mobile voice and data services. $40 for home internet service. This will be split up into 2 pay periods per month. Blue Cross Blue Shield of MI- 2 options to select from, Premier PPO and PPO. Prescription drug included with medical plan. Delta Dental of MI- See benefits at a glance for more details. Vision Flexible Spending Account- FSA Short-Term, Long-Term Disability- Employer provided. Basic Life and AD&D

This is a hybrid position in Des Moines,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $95,000 - $130,000