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Transmission Line Engineer

100% remote Flexible hours Hiring now

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. The Transmission Line Engineer will work on electric transmission line design projects, applying engineering standards and performing analyses to support the design of overhead and underground systems.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as an Engineer on electric transmission line design projects for extra high-voltage (EHV) overhead and underground systems for some of the largest utilities in the country
  • Apply NESC, ASCE, ACI and other applicable standards in the engineering and design of electrical overhead and underground systems, voltage conversion projects, new capacity projects, and infrastructure replacement projects
  • Perform engineering analyses, prepare bidding documents, draft plans and specifications, and prepare material procurement and construction documents
  • Work with a multi-person Leidos team and interface with clients, project planning, environmental, permitting, and construction management personnel

Skills

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering
  • Experience using PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE
  • 2+ years of relevant experience in the design of electric utility transmission systems with a Bachelor's, or 1+ years experience with a Master's degree
  • Work effectively in team environment; can also work independently
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with clients and project teams
  • Work in client office is a possibility and/or periodic travel may be required
  • Experience with TOWER is a plus
  • EIT or PE certification is desirable
  • Experience with LPILE or FAD, Mathcad, AutoCAD or MicroStation, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a plus

Benefits

  • Health and Wellness programs
  • Income Protection
  • Paid Leave
  • Retirement

Company Overview

  • Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health. It was founded in 1969, and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.leidos.com/.
  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • Leidos has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 65 in 2025, 58 in 2024, 77 in 2023, 65 in 2022, 56 in 2021, 89 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
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