Principal Engineer - Transmission Lines (T&D) Electrical Engineer
Core
Execute design and delivery of HV/EHV overhead transmission line systems (132kV–765kV+) from feasibility through construction, including electrical studies, sag-tension analysis, and technical documentation.
Role type
Principal Electrical Engineer (Transmission Lines)
Builds
Overhead transmission line design packages, technical calculations, and construction drawings for major infrastructure projects.
Domain
Energy / Power Transmission / Electrical Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
HV/EHV transmission line design, sag-tension analysis, electrical studies (ampacity, corona, electric field), tower spotting, clearance definition, PLS-CADD/PLS-TOWER, ETAP/ATPDraw, IEC/IEEE/EN standards compliance
Preferred skills
AutoCAD, REVIT, MathCAD, CDEGS, HIFREQ, Civil/Structural/Mechanical engineering background
Technologies
PLS-CADD, PLS-TOWER, PLS-POLE, ETAP, ATPDraw, AutoCAD, REVIT, MathCAD, CDEGS, HIFREQ
Responsibilities
Execute designs for HV/EHV overhead lines; perform sag-tension analysis and electrical studies; define clearances and right-of-way requirements; coordinate with structural and geotechnical teams; guide CAD designers and validate drawing quality; prepare design reports, BoQs, and construction drawings.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic oversight