Lead Transmission Engineer
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Lead Transmission Engineer
Job details
Posted
28 October 2026
Salary
USD 160000 Start date
01 October 2026
Salary Range
USD
160000
per Year
LocationSan Diego
Job type Permanent
Discipline Engineering and Project Management , Transmission and Distribution
Reference170433
Job Function Engineer
Job description
Lead Transmission Engineer
Overview
TRS Staffing Solutions is seeking a Lead Transmission Engineer to support a growing engineering organization delivering critical power infrastructure projects throughout California.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced transmission line engineer to lead the engineering, design, and analysis of high-voltage transmission systems while serving as a technical leader for project teams and clients. The successful candidate will oversee transmission line design activities, mentor developing engineers, support project execution, and help ensure the delivery of safe, reliable, and high-quality engineering solutions.
This is a hybrid position with opportunities available in San Diego, Anaheim, Walnut Creek, and other California locations.
The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in transmission line engineering, advanced proficiency with PLS-CADD, and a strong background designing high-voltage transmission lines ranging from 69kV to 500kV.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
- Lead the engineering and design of high-voltage transmission lines ranging from 69kV to 500kV.
- Serve as a technical leader on transmission line projects and provide engineering oversight.
- Apply sound engineering judgment to independently evaluate engineering methods, procedures, and solutions.
- Support the successful execution of transmission projects from planning through construction.
Engineering Design & Analysis
- Utilize PLS-CADD to perform transmission line design and analysis.
- Prepare construction documentation, including plan and profile drawings, structure loading trees, foundation drawings, and assembly drawings.
- Perform detailed engineering calculations and analyses to ensure system reliability, safety, and efficiency.
- Ensure designs comply with applicable industry codes, standards, and client requirements.
Project Execution & Coordination
- Plan, schedule, coordinate, and lead engineering activities across multiple projects.
- Coordinate project studies, technical reports, and engineering deliverables.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet project objectives, schedules, and quality requirements.
- Resolve complex technical challenges and develop practical engineering solutions.
Client & Stakeholder Management
- Serve as a primary point of contact for transmission line clients within the region.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, project teams, and key stakeholders.
- Participate in client meetings, technical reviews, and project discussions.
- Support business growth through exceptional client service and technical expertise.
Mentorship & Team Development
- Mentor and support less experienced engineers.
- Provide training and technical guidance related to transmission line design and PLS-CADD best practices.
- Foster knowledge sharing and professional development across engineering teams.
- Support a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
Construction Support
- Provide field engineering support during construction activities as required.
- Assist with resolving design issues encountered during construction.
- Support project teams to ensure safe and successful project execution.
Safety & Quality
- Promote a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental excellence.
- Ensure engineering deliverables meet company quality standards.
- Support compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Maintain a focus on reliability, constructability, and overall project success.
Required Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
Experience
- Minimum 6 years of transmission line engineering experience.
- Experience designing high-voltage transmission lines ranging from 69kV to 500kV.
- Advanced proficiency with PLS-CADD.
- Demonstrated ability to independently perform transmission line design and engineering analysis.
Technical Skills
Strong experience with:
- Transmission line design
- High-voltage transmission systems
- PLS-CADD
- Engineering analysis and calculations
- Construction document preparation
- Technical problem solving
- Project coordination
- Industry codes and standards compliance
Professional Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
- Proven ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
- Strong client-facing experience.
- Effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented with exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure within a reasonable timeframe.
- Experience with PLS-TOWER.
- Experience serving in a technical leadership, mentoring, or project lead role.
- Experience supporting transmission infrastructure projects for utilities, engineering consulting firms, or EPC organizations.
- Strong understanding of transmission line engineering best practices and project execution methodologies.
Work Schedule
- Hybrid work arrangement.
- Candidates may be based in San Diego, Anaheim, Walnut Creek, or other California office locations.
- Flexible work environment with collaboration across engineering teams and clients.
Travel Requirements
- Occasional travel to project sites and client locations as required.
- Field support during construction activities may be necessary.
- Travel requirements will vary based on project assignments.
Compensation
- Salary Range: $160,000 - $185,000 annually DOE.
- Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and qualifications.
Why Apply?
This opportunity offers the chance to help advance critical power transmission infrastructure while working on complex and impactful projects throughout California. The position provides technical leadership responsibilities, mentorship opportunities, career growth, and the ability to make a meaningful impact on the delivery of reliable energy infrastructure.
Ideal candidates will bring strong transmission line engineering expertise, advanced PLS-CADD capabilities, leadership experience, and a proven track record delivering high-quality engineering solutions for utility and infrastructure projects.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.