Transmission Line Engineer
Company: US Tech Solutions, Inc.
Location: West Palm Beach
Posted on: June 25, 2025
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Job Description:
Duration: 12 months contract with potential extends or Convert
Job Description: This position is responsible for the management of
design for assigned transmission generation tie lines for Wind,
Solar, and Battery Energy Storage, and for stand-alone transmission
line projects. Responsibilities: The Principal Engineer works in
the Engineering & Construction (E&C) Group and is responsible
for transmission line projects from conception (Early Stage)
through construction and commissioning (Execution). In the
conceptual phase, the Principal Engineer works with the Early Stage
Project Manager to define and influence the project requirements
and scope with the Development Group. Projects can begin as FERC
1000 competitive transmission project proposals, or as greenfield
projects for affiliates. The Principal Engineer must secure
engineering consulting resources from a list of approved suppliers
by developing a scope of work, securing bids and awarding work
through Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) Group. The Principal Engineer
must coordinate with other project stakeholders to develop and
secure a route, and secure the data and permits needed to design
and build the line, including geotechnical data and lidar data.
Activities include competitively sourcing, selecting and
contracting geotechnical, survey, engineering, and construction
services, and supporting the cost estimating team with scope
assumptions. The Principal Engineer is responsible for coordinating
the engineering deliverables in support of competitive proposals,
as well as design and construction of projects. Deliverables
include Issued for Bid, Issued for Procurement, Issued for
Construction, and As-built drawings, design criteria, and
contributions to proposal documents. The position requires
coordination with other groups to ensure the projects are
successful. Generally responsible for representing E&C’s
internal and external interests on assigned projects, including
presentations/briefing on current progress, issues, and risk
mitigation in meetings with various levels of management.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in the development,
design, engineering, and construction of High Voltage Transmission
line projects. Project Engineering and/or Project Management
experience with a strong bias for action. PMP and/or P.E. in
related discipline is a plus. Proficiency with standard industry
tools such as PLSCADD, Auto-CAD, Primavera and other software is
strongly desired. Skills: The ideal candidate must have a strong
knowledge of transmission design, excellent communication and
project management skills, a bias for action, proven analytical and
problem-solving skills, and an ability to provide value engineering
and ensure design quality. The position requires technical
competence such as the ability to understand one line and
three-line diagrams, general arrangements, plan and profiles and
other common deliverables. Education: Bachelor’s degree in
electrical, Mechanical or Civil/Structural Engineering About US
Tech Solutions: US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation
firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce
solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit
www.ustechsolutions.com . US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or
status as a protected veteran. About this facility:
Keywords: US Tech Solutions, Inc., Miami Beach , Transmission Line Engineer, Engineering , West Palm Beach, Florida
