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Senior Overhead Transmission Line Engineer
Brooksource is hiring on behalf of a top 10, 100% employee-owned engineering, procurement, and construction firm supporting large-scale power and industrial infrastructure projects. This team is seeking a Senior Overhead Transmission Line Engineer to support the continued growth of its Power Delivery practice and help lead the execution of high-voltage transmission projects for utility and energy clients.
This is a direct-hire opportunity to join a highly respected engineering organization where you'll serve as both a technical leader and client-facing partner, helping drive project execution, mentor junior engineers, and support business development efforts across a growing transmission portfolio.
About the Role:
The ideal candidate brings deep experience in overhead transmission line engineering, strong leadership skills, and the ability to operate in a seller-doer environment. This individual will support projects from conceptual design through execution while serving as a technical resource for both clients and internal project teams.
The ideal candidate brings strong transmission line engineering experience, a Professional Engineer (PE) license, and the ability to effectively communicate with clients, project stakeholders, and engineering teams throughout the project lifecycle.
What You’ll Do:
- Perform overhead transmission line design and engineering from conceptual development through construction support, including preparation and review of designs, calculations, specifications, and construction packages.
- Prepare transmission equipment: packaged equipment specifications and data sheets, Request for Qualifications (RFQ's), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
- Perform conductor selection studies, clearance evaluations, grounding studies, lightning performance analysis, and other transmission engineering calculations
- Apply NESC, NERC, FERC, and utility-specific design standards throughout project execution
- Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, governmental, and military facilities
- Prepare engineering reports, technical documentation, equipment specifications, and project deliverables
- Support project managers with engineering service estimates, project planning, and proposal development efforts
- Participate in client meetings and provide technical consultation throughout project execution
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, including civil, structural, substation, and project management groups
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate engineers as project needs require
- Support field visits, site inspections, and construction-related activities as needed
- Contribute to both project execution and client relationship development within a growing transmission practice
What You Bring:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required
- Ability to obtain or transfer PE licensure in the State of Florida
- 7 years of transmission line engineering experience
- Strong experience supporting overhead transmission line projects within utility, consulting, or EPC environments
- Experience utilizing PLS-CADD and other transmission engineering design tools
- Strong understanding of transmission engineering principles, design standards, and industry best practices
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work directly with clients and project stakeholders in a professional, consultative manner
- Demonstrated ability to independently execute engineering work and contribute to project success with minimal oversight
Nice to Have (Strongly Preferred):
- Consulting engineering experience
- Utility transmission engineering experience
- Experience supporting project proposals and engineering estimates
- Experience mentoring junior engineers or serving as a technical lead on project teams
- Familiarity with regional utility clients and transmission infrastructure programs
Why Join Us?
- 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- HSA & FSA Options
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Generous PTO Paid Holidays
- Tuition Assistance Program
- PE Licensure & Professional Certification Support
- Professional Development & Leadership Training
- Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Exposure to High-Impact Utility & Infrastructure Projects
EEO Statement:
Brooksource is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
Benefits & Perks
Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.
Pay Disclaimer:
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.