Transmission Line Project Engineering Manager (PLS-CADD)Location: Irvine, CaliforniaEmployment Type: Full Time Work Model: Onsite / Project BasedTransmission Line Project Engineering Manager to lead high-voltage overhead transmission line projects across the United States. This role focuses heavily on structural design leadership and technical oversight, ensuring engineering quality, budget adherence, project schedule performance, and team development. The selected candidate will serve as the responsible engineer overseeing the complete design lifecycle of major transmission infrastructure programs while coordinating across engineering, procurement, permitting, real estate, and construction teams.
This is an excellent leadership opportunity within a stable, growth-oriented engineering firm supporting major U.S. utility transmission programs.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Leadership:Lead multi-disciplinary engineering teams on overhead transmission projects.Oversee engineering quality, budget performance, and schedule adherence.Serve as Engineer of Record for complex or multi-project assignments.Perform and review complex engineering calculations and technical deliverables.Mentor and guide junior engineers and technical staff.Technical Oversight:Provide subject matter expertise in high-voltage transmission line routing and structural loading.Guide structural and foundation design decisions.Ensure designs meet industry standards, codes, and engineering best practices.Oversee design deliverables including loading analysis, structural modeling, and engineering calculations.Client & Business Support:Engage directly with utility clients to understand project requirements and resolve technical concerns.Support project proposals, cost estimates, and business development efforts.Coordinate scope changes with project leadership and stakeholders.Represent the engineering team in technical discussions with clients and partners.Team Leadership:Review engineering deliverables and ensure design quality.Lead, mentor, and develop engineers and technical staff.Participate in recruiting, onboarding, and performance management.Promote technical excellence and professional growth within the team.Ideal Candidate Profile:The ideal candidate will have strong experience delivering high-voltage overhead transmission line projects for U.S. utilities with deep expertise in structural design and transmission engineering.
Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership skills, advanced technical knowledge, and the ability to manage complex infrastructure projects while collaborating with clients and cross-functional teams.Required Qualifications:7–12+ years of transmission line design experienceExperience with 69kV transmission lines or higherPLS-CADD proficiency (Required)Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering preferredElectrical or Mechanical Engineering backgrounds consideredExperience in structural design for transmission linesExperience designing foundations, structures, and loading analysisKnowledge of transmission line materials including: Steel, Wood, Laminate, Composite structuresExperience supporting EPC or design services for U.S. utilitiesPreferred Qualifications:Professional Engineer (PE) LicenseExperience with Extra High Voltage (EHV) transmission projects (500kV+)Experience with lattice tower designExperience mentoring engineers and leading technical teamsCore Skills & CertificationsRequired Skills:PLS-CADDTransmission Line DesignStructural DesignFoundation DesignLoading AnalysisHigh Voltage Transmission Engineering