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How much do from home overhead transmission line jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for from home overhead transmission line 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 From Home Overhead Transmission Line vs From Home Substation Technician?

AspectFrom Home Overhead Transmission LineFrom Home Substation Technician
CredentialsLine clearance certifications, safety trainingElectrical certifications, safety training
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, high-voltage lines, often in remote areasIndoor/outdoor, substations, electrical equipment
Industry UsagePower transmission, utility companiesPower distribution, utility companies
Job FocusInstalling, maintaining overhead transmission linesMaintaining and repairing substation equipment

While both roles involve working with electrical infrastructure in the power industry, From Home Overhead Transmission Line specialists focus on installing and maintaining high-voltage overhead lines outdoors, often in remote areas. In contrast, From Home Substation Technicians work primarily within substations, handling electrical equipment and ensuring reliable power distribution. Both require safety certifications and electrical knowledge but differ in work environment and specific job duties.

How do I get into a from home overhead transmission line?

To become an overhead transmission line worker, you typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by completing an apprenticeship program or technical training in electrical or power line work. Certification in safety procedures and climbing skills, along with physical fitness, are essential for working on transmission lines, often in outdoor environments and at heights.
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Infographic showing various From Home Overhead Transmission Line job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 71% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 28% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,133 per year, or $58.7 per hour.

Principal Engineer - Overhead Transmission Line

Fort Worth, TX • On-site, Remote


Qualus
501 - 1,000 employees

9.3

Company rating: 9.3 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

26th of 450 rated engineering

Great coworkers

People enjoy working here

Good employer


Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Position Overview

Power your future with Qualus as a Principal Overhead Transmission Line Engineer on our Transmission Design team. In this role you'll be designing and creating construction drawings for overhead transmission design projects for high voltage applications.

Responsibilities
  • Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in transmission line design, construction practices, and emerging industry technologies.
  • Provide technical guidance and quality assurance reviews for engineering deliverables, drawings, specifications, calculations, and reports.
  • Act as Engineer of Record when required and provide final technical approval for engineering deliverables.
  • Design overhead transmission lines in the 69kV to 500kV range.
  • Perform structural analysis and design and foundation designs.
  • Prepare and review technical specifications and drawings.
  • Conduct engineering analysis and simulations for transmission line design.
  • Mentor and train lower-level engineers and team members.
  • Perform independent reviews of work performed by others, including calculations, drawings, specifications, and transmission line models. 
  • Provide support to the project team during construction and installation.
  • Collaborate with other engineers and project managers to ensure project goals are met.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
  • Perform field work as required to support design, construction, and commissioning activities.
  • Interface with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project success.
  • Participate in project meetings and provide technical support as required.
  • Review vendor submittals.
Minimum Qualifications
  • BS Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Civil or related field) from an ABET-accredited school 
  • 15+ years of experience in overhead transmission line design
  • PE license required
  • Great computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office product applications, PLS-CADD, AutoCAD, MFAD or similar
  • Extensive knowledge with industry codes and standards such as NESC, ASCE, ACI, RUS, IEC, and IEEE
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Great communication skills and the ability to effectively discuss technical recommendations with customers
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems and developing effective solutions at both strategic and functional levels
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment with high attention to detail.
  • Dedication to fostering learning and professional growth through mentorship, training and leading the next generation of engineers
  • Ability to travel up to 15% of the time
  • Must possess valid driver's license
Benefits & Compensation

Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Company Overview

Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, energy efficiency and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 2,000 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US.

We are committed to a secure and transparent hiring process. We do not request payment or sensitive personal information, such as Social Security numbers or banking details, during the application process. Please use caution and verify opportunities through our official channels.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME


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