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Transmission Line Engineer

Job in Richmond, Henrico County, Virginia, 23214, USA
Listing for: Progressive
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-01
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60 - 85 USD Hourly USD 60.00 85.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

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Base pay range

$60.00/hr - $85.00/hr

Seeking multiple Transmission Line Engineers with PLS-CADD experience to design and implement high-voltage transmission lines from 69kV to 765kV.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design overhead transmission lines using PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, and PLS-Tower
  • Perform deep foundation design across varied geotechnical conditions
  • Develop detailed design and construction packages for new builds, rebuilds, fiber installations, and relocations
  • Collaborate with internal teams across engineering, construction, permitting, and operations
  • Support field activities and energization efforts
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's in Engineering required (ABET-accredited or equivalent)
  • PLS-CADD experience required
  • Experience designing high-voltage transmission lines
  • Strong understanding of statics, structural loading, and geotechnical principles
  • Experience with AutoCAD and/or Micro Station required
  • Soil boring analysis and concrete design knowledge a plus
  • Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving skills
  • EIT preferred, PE license a plus

Years of experience will determine classification:

  • Senior Engineer: must have 5+ years experience
  • Staff Engineer: must have 8+ years experience

This Company does NOT offer VISA transfer, sponsorship, or relocation to United States


** Progressive Recruitment has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what is reasonably expected to be paid for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be based on several factors including (but not limited to) our client's offer, the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.**

Desired Skills and Experience

Electric Transmission, PLS-CADD, CAD, AutoCAD, Utilities, Engineering, Design, Technical Drawings, Transmission Lines, Micro Station, Power Generation, Utilities, Power Line Systems

EOE Statement: Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to base pay, direct-hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.

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Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design, Engineering, and Project Management

Industries

Electric Power Generation, Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution, and Utilities

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Position Requirements
5+ Years work experience
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