Sr. Transmission Line Engineers

Overview

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GFT is seeking a Sr. Transmission Line Engineer to join our Power Business Group. This role involves leading transmission line project designs, serving as a subject matter expert in transmission line engineering, and coordinating with clients and internal teams to meet project goals.

What You Will Do

As a Senior Transmission Line Engineer , you will lead and oversee transmission line project designs, and provide strategic input to the leadership team to ensure alignment with project goals. You will navigate the complexities of electrical transmission line design and lead project discussions with clients and internal teams.

• Design transmission line segments using PLS-CADD or other structural design software.
• Develop design criteria documents and construction specifications.
• Prepare comprehensive construction packages, including structure details, material lists, staking tables, plan and profiles, and stringing charts.
• Estimate project costs, resources, labor, and materials, establishing realistic deadlines and completion dates.
• Write, modify, and review specifications in compliance with NESC, IEEE, NEC requirements, and industry best practices.
• Conduct feasibility studies, routing studies, and EMF calculations to support project planning.
• Oversee project implementation, ensuring proper verification of foundations, structures, and equipment installation.
• Lead or assist with proposal preparation and business development initiatives.
• Travel to client sites for project definition and execution phases.
• Mentor and coach less experienced engineers and technicians, fostering professional growth within the team.

Education | Experience

What You Will Bring To Our Firm

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $130,000 - $165,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that's why we're the employer of choice for 5,000+ engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

Locations : Remote

Core Business Hours : 8 : 00 AM – 5 : 00 PM

Employment Status : Full-Time

Salary Range : $130,000 - $165,000 (USD)

Legal & Practical Considerations

California Applicants : Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and California Fair Chance Act considerations apply. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance applies. GFT requires successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions. Application deadline : 9 / 20 / 2025.

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