Transmission Line Engineer; PLS-CADD​/PLS-POLE

Transmission Line Engineer (PLS-CADD / PLS-POLE)

Company:
Leidos

Work Locations: Ideal candidates will be located in Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, & New Jersey working a hybrid schedule. Fully remote positions are available for qualified candidates. Relocation assistance will be provided to those able to relocate within a commutable distance to Walled Lake, MI or Cranberry Township, PA.

Employment Type: Full-time

Work as part of a dynamic team in a fast‑paced environment, solving challenging problems involved with electric transmission.

• Execute technical design and engineering tasks related to high‑voltage transmission lines, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and standards.
• Prepare and review technical drawings, specifications, and calculations under the guidance of Lead Engineers or Project Managers.
• Perform engineering analyses, including PLS‑CADD modeling and structure loading calculations.
• Contribute to the team's continuous improvement goals by learning and applying new technical tools, AI, and automation platforms.
• Actively communicate and coordinate project progress with the Project Manager (PM) to ensure adherence to project schedule and budget.
• Maintain strong technical proficiency in industry‑standard software and Leidos design processes.

• Bachelor’s in Civil (preferred) or Mechanical Engineering with two plus (2+) years of relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems.
• Experience using PLS‑CADD and PLS‑POLE.
• Work effectively in a team environment; can also work independently.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication abilities, with a focus on effective collaboration across client and project teams.
• Work in client office is a possibility and/or periodic travel may be required.

• Experience with TOWER is a plus.
• EIT or PE certification is desirable.
• Experience with LPILE or FAD, Mathcad, AutoCAD or Micro Station, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a plus.

Pay Range: $57,850.00 - $

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.