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# Transmission Line Engineer (Mid, Senior, & Lead)

- **Company:** Leidos, Inc.
- **Location:** Reno, NV, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $73,450.0 - $132,775.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, Software Applications, Mathcad, ProjectWise, LPILE Software
- **Published:** August 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gm0tda

## About the Role

You are a problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Whether you are a rising Mid-level engineer or a seasoned Lead, you bring a technical eye for detail and a passion for power delivery.

Core Requirements

 + **Education:** Bachelor's degree in Engineering and prior relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems

 + **Software Proficiency:** Expert-level or working knowledge of **PLS-CADD** and **PLS-POLE** .

 + **Standards:** Working knowledge of NESC, ACI, AISC, and ASCE codes.

 + **Communication:** Ability to translate complex engineering concepts into clear project scopes and client presentations.

Level-Specific Qualifications

Mid-Level

 + 2+ Years, EIT preferred, Team contributor, Design & Analysis

Senior-Level

 + 4+ Years, PE preferred, Supervisory experience, Full review & QC

Lead-Level

 + 8+ Years, PE license required, Strategic oversight & Mentorship, Budgeting, Proposals & Strategy

Bonus Points For:

 + Experience with **LPILE, FAD Tools, Mathcad,** or **AutoCAD** .

 + Hands-on Construction Management or Field Support experience.

 + Familiarity with **Bentley ProjectWise.**

## Description

Join a premier team solving the complex puzzles of the modern power grid. As a Transmission Line Engineer, you won't just be drafting; you'll be designing the backbone of the nation's energy infrastructure. From high-voltage (HV) to extra-high-voltage (EHV) systems, you will lead projects that increase capacity, integrate renewable energy, and harden the grid against the elements.

Your Impact

 + **Design Excellence:** Engineer overhead and underground systems using PLS-CADD, ensuring compliance with NESC, ASCE, and ACI standards.

 + **End-to-End Ownership:** Move projects from conceptual routing and engineering analysis to material procurement and construction-ready packages.

 + **Innovation:** Apply advanced modeling (PLS-TOWER, LPILE, FAD) to solve site-specific challenges, from complex foundation designs to intricate voltage conversions.

 + **Leadership:** (For Senior/Lead roles) Mentor junior engineers, manage client interfaces, and steer multi-disciplinary teams toward successful project delivery.


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