Full-time
Transmission Line Engineer
Posted on 07 May 25 by Danielle Barber
- Anywhere, GA
- $ - $
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Job Description
RCS Staffing has an immediate need for a Transmission Line Engineer in Georgia. This is a full time, direct hire, remote position with our client.Overview of YOUR role as a Transmission Line Engineer
Our client is seeking a motivated and skilled Transmission Line Engineer to support the planning, design, and execution of overhead high-voltage transmission line projects. This role involves structural analysis, route selection, and the development of technical documentation in compliance with industry standards.
As a Transmission Line Engineer YOU will:
- Design and analyze overhead transmission lines (69kV – 500kV) in accordance with NESC, IEEE, ASCE, and other applicable standards.
- Utilize software tools such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and TOWER to support line layout and structural modeling.
- Prepare project documentation including construction drawings, specifications, and bill of materials.
- Perform structure spotting, route selection studies, and line profile development.
- Coordinate with surveyors, GIS teams, environmental consultants, and utility clients.
- Support project permitting, cost estimating, and quality assurance activities.
- Provide technical input during project meetings and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Electrical Engineering.
- 5 years of experience in transmission line engineering.
- Proficiency in PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and AutoCAD.
- Working knowledge of industry codes and standards (NESC, IEEE, ASCE).
- EIT certification (required); PE license preferred or ability to obtain within 12 months.
- Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
- Prior experience working with electric utility companies or engineering consulting firms.
- Familiarity with LiDAR data and GIS-based design integration.
- Knowledge of foundation design or geotechnical engineering related to transmission structures.
- Experience with TOWER software and other structural analysis tools.
About Our CLIENT
Our client is a reputable and forward-thinking engineering services provider with a strong track record in the power delivery and utilities sector. They are committed to technical excellence, safety, and delivering innovative solutions that meet today’s energy infrastructure challenges.
Who WE Are
RCS Staffing is a certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) specializing in the recruitment of professionals for best-of-class companies throughout the United States. Since 1994, RCS recruits top talent for direct hire, temp-to-perm and contract staffing positions and provides customized payroll services. Our Recruiting Specialties consist of all Engineering Disciplines, Project Management, Project Controls, Information Technology, Energy Efficiency and Business Professionals.
RCS is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. RCS recruits, hires, and promotes for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, genetic information or age. All terms and conditions of employment such as compensation, benefits, work assignment, availability of facilities and privileges of employment are administered on the same basis of equality.