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Project Engineering Manager - Overhead Transmission Line

NPAworldwide
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/3/2026
Job Description

Project Engineering Manager Overhead Transmission Line

Senior Transmission Line Engineer / Engineering Manager (Overhead Transmission)

A leading U.S. engineering firm is seeking a senior-level transmission line engineer to lead complex

overhead transmission projects for utility customers and mentor engineering teams. This role is heavily focused on structural

design and offers strong compensation and long-term growth.

Technical Focus

~90% structural engineering (foundations, framing, materials)

Experience with steel, wood, laminate, and composite structures

Lattice tower experience is a plus

EPC And/or Utility Services Experience Preferred

Key Responsibilities

Lead engineering execution for large or multi-project transmission programs

Prepare and review complex engineering deliverables and calculations

Manage budgets, schedules, and quality across disciplines

Lead and mentor engineering teams; provide PLS-CADD training

Serve as technical lead and responsible charge on projects

Interface with clients and support pursuit/business development efforts

Preferred Experience

U.S. investor-owned utility transmission projects

Strong understanding of PLS-CADD, line routing, structural loading, and foundation design

Experience coordinating with procurement, permitting, land, and construction teams

Proposal support and engineering cost estimating experience

Locations

Preferred: OR, CA, TX, KS, CO, MN, MI, NC, FL

(Open to candidates near other major U.S. engineering offices)

Compensation

Up to $200,000 base salary

Bonus, ESOP, and full benefits

Qualifications

Requirements

812 years of overhead transmission line design experience (69kV required)

PLS-CADD Experience Required

Experience with 500kV projects strongly preferred

Bachelors degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (other engineering degrees considered)

PE license preferred

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

Our client is a major in the red-hot electric power transmission industry. With the growing demand for electricity from data centers, electric vehicles, etc., this company will be busy for a long time.

Salary Type : Annual Salary

Salary Min : $ 130000

Salary Max : $ 200000

Currency Type : USD

Salary : $130,000 - $200,000

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