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Wood Plc

Transmission Line Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

Engineering of transmission line projects from 'definition phase' through the 'implementation phase' * Preparing staged design review packages in accordance with client's standards and maintaining ...

Wood Plc

Transmission Line Engineer

Tucker, GA

Engineering of transmission line projects from 'definition phase' through the 'implementation phase' * Preparing staged design review packages in accordance with client's standards and maintaining ...

Wood Plc

Transmission Line Engineer

Orlando, FL

Engineering of transmission line projects from 'definition phase' through the 'implementation phase' * Preparing staged design review packages in accordance with client's standards and maintaining ...

Dashiell

Transmission Line Engineer

Covington, LA · On-site

Transmission Line Engineer Job Location: Covington, LA Primary Function: Performs engineering work with a focus on transmission line design including both civil and electrical practices. Requires ...

Dashiell

Transmission Line Engineer

New Orleans, LA · On-site

Transmission Line Engineer Job Location: 2121 Airline Drive, Metairie, LA 70001 Primary Function: Performs engineering work with a focus on transmission line design including both civil and ...

Dashiell

Transmission Line Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

Transmission Line Engineer Job Location: 11501 Burnet Rd BLDG 906 STE 200, Austin, TX 78758 Primary Function: Performs engineering work with a focus on transmission line design including both civil ...

Dashiell

Transmission Line Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$80K - $180K/yr

Transmission Line Engineer Job Location: 720 East Butterfield Road STE 200, Lombard, IL 60148 Primary Function: Performs engineering work with a focus on transmission line design including both civil ...

Dashiell

Transmission Line Engineer

The Woodlands, TX · On-site

Transmission Line Engineer Job Location: 1575 Sawdust Rd STE 300, The Woodlands, TX 77380 Primary Function: Performs engineering work with a focus on transmission line design including both civil and ...

Dashiell

Transmission Line Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Transmission Line Engineer Job Location: 1301 Solana Blvd, Bldg 2, Suite 2500 Westlake, TX 76262 Primary Function: Performs engineering work with a focus on transmission line design including both ...

Dashiell

Transmission Line Engineer

Lake Charles, LA · On-site

Transmission Line Engineer Job Location: 844 Ryan Street, 3rd Floor Lake Charles, LA 70601 Primary Function: Performs engineering work with a focus on transmission line design including both civil ...

Dashiell

Transmission Line Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Transmission Line Engineer Job Location: 12301 Kurland Drive STE 400, Houston, TX 77034 Primary Function: Performs engineering work with a focus on transmission line design including both civil and ...

EN Engineering LLC

Transmission Line Engineer

Reno, NV · On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

ENTRUST Solutions Group is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer to join a fast-growing and exciting team serving clients in the stunning high desert and mountain region of the Southwestern US. In ...

Solvenow Inc.

Transmission Line Engineer

Covington, LA · On-site

Performs engineering work with a focus on transmission line design including both civil and electrical practices. Requires knowledge of transmission systems from 34.5kV to 500kV with familiarity with ...

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How much do freelance transmission line engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance transmission line engineer in the United States is $122,133.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,500.00 and $153,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Transmission Line Engineer vs Freelance Power Systems Engineer?

AspectFreelance Transmission Line EngineerFreelance Power Systems Engineer
CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications in transmission line design or safetyEngineering degree, certifications in power systems analysis or design
Work EnvironmentField sites, construction projects, consultingDesign offices, consulting, project analysis
Industry UsageElectric utility companies, infrastructure projectsPower generation, distribution, consulting firms
Search & ComparisonOften compared for specialized electrical engineering roles in transmissionBroader power systems focus, but related in electrical engineering

Freelance Transmission Line Engineers focus on the design, construction, and maintenance of high-voltage transmission lines, often working on-site. Freelance Power Systems Engineers work on the overall electrical grid, including generation, distribution, and system analysis. While both roles require electrical engineering credentials, their work environments and project types differ, making them distinct but related freelance specialties.

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Transmission Line Engineer

Transmission Line Engineer

Wood Plc

Los Angeles, CA

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Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Overview / Responsibilities

Wood currently has an exciting opportunity for an Intermediate/Senior Transmission Line Engineer. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, Transmission Lines, this position can be located in any of the following offices - Los Angeles, CA,  Calgary, AB, Oakville, ON, Tucker, GA, West Palm Beach, FL, Orlando, FL or Vancouver, BC. If you have a successful track record and thrive on challenges in a fast paced environment, this is the opportunity for you.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Supporting engineering projects by creating detailed scopes and estimates, performing engineering calculations, developing detailed plan and profile design drawings, modeling using the highly specialized, custom-purpose software: PLS-CADD
  • Designing structures for high voltage transmission lines using PLS-POLE and PLS-TOWER
  • Engineering of transmission line projects from 'definition phase' through the 'implementation phase'
  • Preparing staged design review packages in accordance with client's standards and maintaining detailed documentation of designs and calculations
  • Undertaking in-depth analysis/studies of problems, and identifying solutions and preparing reports to support studies/recommendations
  • Providing technical advice and guidance to design engineers
  • Proactively monitoring project engineering schedule and managing budgets for assigned projects
  • Providing procurement support to prepare material specifications, requisitions, scope documents, material take-off and technical evaluation of bids
  • Providing construction support and overall project engineering coordination during installation and commissioning with the client and subcontractors
  • Responding to information requests from site and completing project documentation including as-builts, calculations and return of data to the client
  • Maintaining and enhancing relationships with internal groups and external contractors and clients.
  • Traveling and visiting project sites during project definition and execution
  • Supporting the management in planning, business development, proposal, performance evaluations and appraisals
  • Developing and implementing specifications, standards, templates, and engineering tools
Skills / Qualifications
  • Civil or Structural Engineering Degree from a recognized university along with a Professional Engineering Designation in California. Holding Professional Engineering (PE) Designation in other States is an asset.
  • 8 plus years of transmission line engineering experience is required.
  • Proven experience within a Transmission and Distribution Utility or EPC organization designing transmission lines utilizing PLS-CADD/PLS-TOWER/PLS-POLE is required.
  • Knowledge of electrical aspects of power transmission system.
  • Knowledge of transmission line materials (structures, conductors/OHSW, OPGW/ADSS, insulators, hardware accessories and fittings).
  • Direct experience on the safety aspects of the design of high voltage transmission lines.
  • Construction support experience for Transmission projects.
Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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