Jr. Transmission Line Engineer

At NV5, we fully understand the United States aging electrical grid faces significant challenges in meeting the increasing demand for power delivery. Moreover, navigating through permitting requirements can often stall the design and implementation of modern transmission and distribution assets.

By harnessing our expertise and providing cutting-edge solutions, NV5 steps in as a leader, to enhance distribution& transmission system capacity, fortify against fire and storm risks, and elevate the reliability of electrical service for utility customers. Leveraging proprietary design methodologies and state-of-the-art modeling software, we tackle complex site-specific obstacles head-on, reducing construction timelines and costs associated with electrical distribution and transmission improvements.

The Overhead Transmission department is seeking a recent college graduate to join our growing team as an Overhead Transmission Line Engineer I. This is a great opportunity for you to gain experience utilizing the PLS-CADD software suite for the routing, design, and execution of high voltage overhead transmission design projects (60kV to 500kV).

This role is based in our San Diego, CA office.

Other responsibilities include:

Assist in the routing and design of overhead transmission lines using industry-standard tools .

• Support the preparation of engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.

• Participate in field visits to collect data and support construction activities.

• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure project success.

• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (e.g., GO 95, NESC, ASCE).

• Contribute to project planning and cost estimation.

• Maintain organized records of project decisions and communications.

• Structure analysis and foundation design.
• Developing design criteria and specifications.

If you have the following qualifications, we encourage you to apply.

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program (required).

• 1-2 years of relevant experience (internships or co-ops preferred).

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within 12 months (preferred).

• Familiarity with Power Line Systems software (PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, TOWER) is a plus, but not required.

• Excellent written & verbal communication skills. Able to work with a variety of people, both internally and externally in a team environment.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and grow to work independently.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Practices good record keeping of key project decisions and communications. Maintains consistent organization.

• Has a mind for trying to help improve the team, whether it be ideas for new tools, changes in processes, etc.

NV5 offers competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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