Transmission Line Design Engineer
About this role
Transmission Line Design Engineer
Location: Maple Grove, MN (Hybrid Eligible) Employment Type: Permanent / Direct Hire Industry: Electric Utility / Power Transmission
Our client, a leading electric utility cooperative, is seeking an experienced Transmission Line Design Engineer to support the design, engineering, and project management of high-voltage transmission line projects.
This position will focus on delivering safe, reliable, and cost-effective transmission line designs while collaborating with engineering, construction, permitting, and field operations teams.
Key Responsibilities
• Design overhead transmission lines, primarily 69 kV and 115 kV systems. • Develop engineering drawings, specifications, and construction documentation. • Perform structural, loading, and clearance calculations in accordance with NESC standards. • Utilize PLS-CADD and MFAD for transmission line design and analysis. • Provide technical support during permitting, construction, and project completion. • Coordinate with land rights, permitting, engineering, and field operations teams. • Manage smaller transmission projects, including schedules, budgets, and deliverables. • Support the development of engineering standards and design specifications.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering preferred. Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degrees considered with 4+ years of transmission line design experience. • 4+ years of engineering experience within the utility or related industry required. • 7+ years of transmission line design experience strongly preferred. • Experience designing 69 kV and 115 kV transmission lines. • Strong proficiency with PLS-CADD and MFAD . • Knowledge of NESC standards and transmission line construction. • Experience with 200+ kV transmission lines is a plus. • FE/EIT certification required; PE license preferred. • Strong technical, communication, and project management skills.
Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Visa sponsorship is not available.