ESPO Corporation · 2 weeks ago
Senior Transmission Engineer - Overhead Transmission
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$100K/yr - $135K/yr
6+ years expESPO Corporation is seeking a highly experienced Senior Transmission Engineer to lead the design and execution of complex overhead transmission line projects. This role involves providing engineering oversight, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while driving best-in-class design practices.
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Responsibilities
Lead overhead transmission line design from conceptual phase through final design, including EFM, conductor sizing, induction, impedance, losses, and voltage drop analysis
Provide expert-level oversight and guidance to engineering design teams; ensure compliance with standards, best practices, and project requirements
Lead calculations for electrical clearances in accordance with NESC and applicable codes
Conduct economic conductor selection studies, lightning performance evaluations, and grounding analyses
Interpret and apply NERC, FERC, and regional regulatory requirements; communicate their impact to clients and internal teams
Prepare transmission equipment specifications, data sheets, RFQs, bid evaluations, and purchasing recommendations
Review vendor drawings and coordinate with suppliers, clients, designers, and other engineering disciplines
Perform quality reviews of production drawings within multiple CAD platforms to ensure accuracy and adherence to standards
Lead construction-phase engineering support, including issue resolution, field inspections, testing, and design clarifications
Participate in schedule, scope, budget, staffing, and construction planning; manage change orders effectively
Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, contractors, and partners while ensuring client satisfaction
Support business development by identifying key pursuits, preparing cost proposals, and contributing to qualification packages
Report project performance, cost estimates, and budget updates to project leadership
Provide mentorship, training, and technical guidance to less experienced engineers
Ensure adherence to QA/QC processes and standards across deliverables
Maintain effective communication across engineering disciplines
Promote and uphold company safety policies on all projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program and 7+ years of transmission engineering experience
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology (ABET) plus FE certification and 7+ years of transmission engineering experience
Master's Degree in Engineering plus 6+ years of transmission engineering experience
Expert knowledge of transmission line engineering principles, codes, and design practices
Proficiency with engineering software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil 3D, BIM/Revit, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCAD
Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills
Ability to conduct detailed engineering document reviews and deliver accurate, high-quality work
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated leadership experience in delegating tasks and managing large project design activities
Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving capability, and attention to detail
Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
Willingness to travel as needed
Preferred
EPC experience
Professional Engineer (PE) License
Benefits
PTO
Group Health and Dental Insurance
401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods
Company
ESPO Corporation
ESPO Corporation is the midwest leader in technical staffing, business support, and engineering solutions since 1965.
51-200 employees
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