Job Description

Project Engineering Manager - Overhead Transmission Line
Multiple locations available: Tualatin, OR, Irvine, CA , Houston, TX, Overland Park, KS, Denver, CO, Bloomington, MN, Ann Arbor, MI, Raleigh, NC, Orlando, FL.

Senior Transmission Line Engineer / Engineering Manager (Overhead Transmission)

A leading U.S. engineering firm is seeking a senior-level transmission line engineer to lead complex overhead transmission projects for utility customers and mentor engineering teams. This role is heavily focused on structural design and offers strong compensation and long-term growth.

Technical Focus

90% structural engineering (foundations, framing, materials)
Experience with steel, wood, laminate, and composite structures
Lattice tower experience is a plus
EPC and/or utility services experience preferred

Key Responsibilities
Lead engineering execution for large or multi-project transmission programs
Prepare and review complex engineering deliverables and calculations
Manage budgets, schedules, and quality across disciplines
Lead and mentor engineering teams; provide PLS-CADD training
Serve as technical lead and responsible charge on projects
Interface with clients and support pursuit/business development efforts

Preferred Experience
U.S. investor-owned utility transmission projects
Strong understanding of PLS-CADD, line routing, structural loading, and foundation design
Experience coordinating with procurement, permitting, land, and construction teams
Proposal support and engineering cost estimating experience

Locations - Preferred: OR, CA, TX, KS, CO, MN, MI, NC, FL

(Open to candidates near other major U.S. engineering offices)

Bonus, ESOP, and full benefits

Requirements

8–12+ years of overhead transmission line design experience (69kV+ required)
PLS-CADD experience required
Experience with 500kV+ projects strongly preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (other engineering degrees considered)
PE license preferred
Why is This a Great Opportunity
Our client is a major in the red-hot electric power transmission industry. With the growing demand for electricity from data centers, electric vehicles, etc., this company will be busy for a long time.
Notes:
The ideal candidate will come from another engineering, consulting firm rather than an electric utility company. PLS-CADD is a must-have! They will not sponsor any visas, even TN.
They can use people in any combination of the following markets: Tualatin, OR, Irvine, CA , Houston, TX, Overland Park, KS, Denver, CO, Bloomington, MN, Ann Arbor, MI, Raleigh, NC, Orlando, FL.

About MetaOption LLC

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MetaOption is a technology services firm specializing in business applications and cloud solutions. We help mid-market and enterprise customers solve their business challenges through strategic consulting services, innovative offerings and industry-specific solutions built on the latest technologies.

Services:

- Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

- Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central On-Premise (NAV 2018)

- Dynamics NAV 2018, 2017, 2016, 2013 R2, 2009 Customization, Support

- Dynamics Business Central/NAV Integration, Upgrade, Reporting

- Microsoft Dynamics 365 (CRM)

- Microsoft BI

- Jet Reports

- EDI Integration

- Microsoft Dynamics Hosting

- Microsoft Dynamics Staffing

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Industry

IT & Software

Company Size

51-200 employees

Headquarters

Jersey City, NJ

Year Founded

2005

Website

metaoption.com

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