Transmission Line Engineer 3 - Grid
$74,353–$113,595 year
HybridClayton, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Design transmission lines from 69kV to 765kV, perform structural and foundation analyses, and develop cost estimates and procurement specifications. Model lines in PLS-CADD to determine right-of-way requirements, calculate conductor sags, and generate plan and profile drawings while reviewing vendor submittals. Apply engineering principles to select conductors, address shielding and grounding, and specify components. This hybrid role in our Clayton, Missouri office requires ABET-accredited degree holders with three or more years of transmission line experience and proficiency in PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE. We value candidates who solve problems using automation, AI, and scripting to improve workflows and deliver cost-effective designs.
Required Qualifications
- This position requires a degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
- Related engineering, internship or co-op work experience.
- Proficiency with PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE.
- Three or more years related experience in transmission line engineering.
- Knowledge of the practical application of engineering principles including basic transmission line engineering.
- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
- Proficiency with MS Office applications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in office and working remote from home.
- This position is based in our Clayton, Missouri office, located within the St. Louis metropolitan area.
Desired Qualifications
- Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training.
- Proficiency with any of the following programs: PLS-TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD, ArcGIS, CDEGS, AutoCAD, Microstation.
- Experience in writing and providing support documentation for engineering calculations.
- Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
- Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation.
- Additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other training in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps you apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems.
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