Transmission Line Engineer

Transmission Line Engineer

Job ID

2025-11158

of Openings

Location

US-AZ-Phoenix

Category

Engineering

Type

Regular Full-Time

Overview

At NV5, we fully understand the United States aging electrical grid faces significant challenges in meeting the increasing demand for power delivery. Moreover, navigating through permitting requirements can often stall the design and implementation of modern transmission and distribution assets.

By harnessing our expertise and providing cutting-edge solutions, NV5 steps in as a leader, to enhance transmission system capacity, fortify against fire and storm risks, and elevate the reliability of electrical service for utility customers. Leveraging proprietary design methodologies and state-of-the-art modeling software, we tackle complex site-specific obstacles head-on, reducing construction timelines and costs associated with electrical distribution and transmission improvements.

We have an opportunity for a talented & ambitious Civil / Structural Engineer with Overhead (OH) Transmission Line experience to join us as our new Transmission Line Engineer based out of our growing Phoenix, AZ office.

For years, NV5 has anticipated changes that would impact our clients and has expanded our capabilities to deliver sustainable project solutions. With you as our new Lead Engineer you will play a pivotal role in establishing relationships that go beyond the realm of the project at hand.

As Lead Engineer you will work on challenging assignments that include investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of transmission line related engineering problems.

Responsibilities

Other responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :

Act as the responsible engineer and client point of contact for power delivery projects.

Increase the volume of overhead line work with existing clients.

Assist in marketing and promotion efforts to add new regional clients.

Prepare, review, and P.E. seal technical calculation reports and construction documents meeting client and NV5 requirements.

Assist in the routing and design of overhead transmission lines using industry-standard tools.

Support the preparation of engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.

Participate in field visits to collect data and support construction activities.

Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure project success.

Contribute to project planning and cost estimation.

Maintain organized records of project decisions and communications.

Structure analysis and foundation design & d

eveloping design criteria and specifications.

Develop your career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced engineers and train and mentor junior staff.

Travel to client sites as needed.

Mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

We are seeking the following experience :

S. degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

5+ of progressive experience in the civil-structural engineering field is desired.

Expertise with Power Line Systems software (PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE) is required.

Experience with PLS-TOWER is a plus.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Practices good record keeping of key project decisions and communications. Maintains consistent organization.

Professional Engineering (P.E.) registration in the state of AZ is desired, or the ability to obtain this certification within 12 months of start date.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development / advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies

NV5 Inc does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than passive & active candidates and employee referrals. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to NV5 or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by NV5's internal Talent Acquisition team seeking 3rd party sourcing assistance. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement and given permission to represent NV5 to candidates on a particular search, NV5 will not owe any referral or other fees with respect to the unsolicited submission.

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