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Mid-Senior Transmission Line Engineer

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As of Jun 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior overhead transmission line in the United States is $80,287.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Overhead Transmission Line vs Overhead Distribution Line Worker?

AspectSenior Overhead Transmission LineOverhead Distribution Line Worker
CertificationsLineworker certification, CDL, safety trainingLineworker certification, CDL, safety training
Work EnvironmentHigh-voltage transmission towers, outdoor, elevatedDistribution poles, outdoor, accessible heights
Industry UsageElectric utility companies, transmission sectorElectric utility companies, distribution sector
Job FocusMaintaining high-voltage transmission linesMaintaining lower-voltage distribution lines

Senior Overhead Transmission Line workers focus on high-voltage transmission systems, often working at greater heights and requiring specialized safety protocols. Overhead Distribution Line Workers handle lower-voltage lines, typically working on distribution poles. Both roles require similar certifications and safety training but differ mainly in voltage level and work environment.

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Engineer II - Overhead Transmission Line Design

Qualus

Lakewood, CO

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Position Overview

Power your future with Qualus as an 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. This position may be based out of one of the following offices: Del Mar, CA, Lakewood, CO, or Vancouver, WA.

Responsibilities
  • Design overhead transmission lines in the 69kV to 500kV range.
  • Prepare construction sketches for overhead network services (4 KV through 34 KV). 
  • Perform structural analysis and design, perform foundation designs.
  • Model transmission lines in PLS-CADD, determine right of way requirements, calculate conductor sags, and develop transmission line plan and profile drawings. 
  • Review vendor submittals.
Qualifications
  • BS Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited school 
  • 2-4 years of experience in overhead transmission design
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office product applications, PLS-CADD, AutoCAD or similar
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment, having high attention to detail.
  • Great communication skills and the ability to effectively discuss technical recommendations with customers.
  • Great computer skills.
  • Engineer-In-Training (E.I.T.) or ability to obtain within one year of hire.
  • Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
  • Must possess valid driver's license

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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, 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 1,800 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

EEO

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.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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