Principal Engineer - Transmission Lines (T&D) Structural Engineer
Core
Execute design and delivery of HV/EHV overhead transmission line systems (132kV–765kV+) from concept to construction, including route alignment, tower spotting, and structural coordination.
Role type
Principal IC structural/transmission line engineer
Builds
Overhead transmission line designs, route alignments, tower spotting reports, and construction drawings
Domain
Energy infrastructure / High Voltage Transmission
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
HV/EHV transmission line design, PLS-CADD/PLS-TOWER modeling, sag-tension calculations, electrical studies (ampacity, corona, impedance), structural interface coordination, CAD drafting oversight, IEC/IEEE standards compliance
Preferred skills
AutoCAD, REVIT, MathCAD, CDEGS, HIFREQ, manager-level software proficiency
Technologies
PLS-CADD, PLS-TOWER, PLS-POLE, ETAP, ATPDraw, AutoCAD, REVIT, MathCAD, CDEGS, HIFREQ
Responsibilities
Execute designs for HV/EHV overhead lines; Develop route alignments, tower spotting, and conductor/insulator configurations; Lead PLS-CADD modeling and layout development; Perform electrical and mechanical studies (sag-tension, loading cases); Coordinate with structural, geotechnical, and power systems teams; Guide and validate CAD drawings and models; Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, and National Grid standards.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic project delivery