Transmission Line Engineer

Dashiell is a leading national provider of technical services to the electric utility, power generation, industrial, renewable, and energy industries. These services include planning and systems studies, design and engineering, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC projects. Built on 50 years of experience handling large scale complex projects, Dashiell uniquely offers turnkey Engineering, Construction, and Testing for medium and high‑voltage electrical infrastructure.

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Job Title: Transmission Line Engineer

Job Location: 2908 Marketplace Drive Suite 100, Fitchburg, WI 53719

Performs engineering work with a focus on transmission line design, including both civil and electrical practices. Requires knowledge of transmission systems from 34.5 kV to 500 kV and familiarity with basic line‑design principles. Successful candidates may be placed in titles ranging from Design Engineer II to Senior Project Engineer based on experience and field knowledge.

• Generate cost‑effective designs for high‑voltage electrical transmission lines.
• Represent the Engineering department and participate in inter‑department meetings.
• Attend customer meetings as needed to support Sales and Engineers.
• Monitor team progress and activities to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget, exceeding customer expectations.
• Perform transmission line engineering work independently.
• Balance innovation and standardization of work processes.
• Project or Senior Project Engineers will ensure that projects meet quality and schedule objectives.
• Travel out of town for short periods as required by assignments.
• Other duties as required.

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.

• Minimum of 3 years of hands‑on design work related to transmission lines; 10 years for senior positions.
• Experience preparing cost‑effective designs in an EPC environment.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of transmission engineering—including routing, conductor selection, structure determination, plan and profile development, material take‑offs, etc.
• Knowledge of substation structures, foundations, and site development issues.
• Proficiency with engineering application software, notably PLS‑CADD.
• Understanding of engineering standards (NESC, IEEE, ASCE, ACI, ANSI) applicable to transmission design.
• Extensive knowledge of design documents and drawings necessary for a complete project.
• Must be a licensed professional engineer or be able to obtain a license within one year of hire.

• Position requires minimal physical effort.
• Must endure prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer for a minimum of 8 hours a day.
• Primarily works indoors, with occasional outdoor exposure to all weather conditions and noise.
• Must be willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings (10 %).
• Extended hours, including weekends, may be required periodically.
• May occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

Dashiell Corporation provides a competitive compensation and benefits package, including life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long‑term disability insurance, and an employee assistance plan at no cost to the employee. Benefit offerings also include a choice of traditional PPO or one of two HDHPs, with corresponding FSA or HSA, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, short‑term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, a 401(k) with immediate vesting, and more!

Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. No third‑party recruiters, please.