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ABOUT THE POSITION

Senior Transmission Line Engineer - Hybrid - Ideally located in Watertown, MA or Atlanta, GA

VHB's growing Energy Evolution Practice | VHB reflects our commitment to supporting the global transition to clean, sustainable energy solutions. The ongoing energy transformation is profound, with far-reaching, near- and long-term impacts and opportunities for our industry, clients and communities. Our sustainable and efficient energy solutions offer an opportunity to contribute to this global change and demonstrate what a cleaner, greener future looks like-from multimodal transport to renewable energy power to climate-positive buildings. Together, we are helping to shape the energy landscape for a more sustainable tomorrow.

VHB is looking to add a Civil/Structural/Electrical Engineer with transmission line design experience to join our growing Energy Engineering practice. The position would be part of an integrated team supporting substation, distribution line, sub-transmission line, and transmission line project design, permitting, access, and construction support. The position can be based anywhere in VHB's footprint and be within a reasonable driving distance to one of our offices to engage in our hybrid work environment but preference for Atlanta, GA, Watertown MA office locations.

Responsibilities

Support electric distribution/sub-transmission/transmission upgrade and refurbishment projects.
• Compile, review, and assess engineering archives, vendor drawings, and equipment specifications.
• Design/Assess overhead lines, wood, concrete, tapered tubular steel, hybrid structures, and deep foundations.
• Prepare bill of materials, structure work lists, minor design packages, major design packages, staking diagrams, plan and profile drawings, design specifications.
• Prepare written technical reports and oral presentations documenting findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Provide mentorship and training to entry level and junior engineering personnel.

Skills and Attributes

• Strong project management skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with ability to think critically.
• Experience with GIS Systems, PLS-CADD, Asset Management systems, and Microsoft Office products.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil/Structural/Electrical Engineering with a concentration in structures/power
• Min 8 years professional engineering experience within the utilities industry (a Master's degree may be substituted for 2 years of experience)
• Professional Engineering license expected
• Familiar with NESC recommended

Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in Boston/Watertown, MA is $120,000-181,000 The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors such as individual qualifications, education, and experience.

Building what's next, together.

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, peopledriven, futureready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

When you join VHB, you'll find:

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

We're growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what's next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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