Senior Transmission Line Electrical Engineer

Leidos seeks a Senior Transmission Line Engineer to lead complex overhead line projects in the Energy & Utilities sector within our Engineering & Design organization. You will own transmission line design from route selection through construction support, applying NESC and utility standards, PLS-CADD and related tools, and strong project leadership. In our mission-driven, collaborative culture, you'll mentor engineers, interface with utility and government clients, and help shape grid modernization. Leidos offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, flexible work options, and growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of overhead transmission lines from concept through construction for utility and grid projects
• Develop calculations, plans, and specifications ensuring compliance with NESC, IEEE, and utility standards
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and QA/QC review for multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Collaborate with clients, permitting agencies, and internal stakeholders to define scope, schedule, and deliverables
• Support proposals, estimates, and design standards improvements to enhance safety, reliability, and constructability

Required Skills

• Transmission line design (115k
• V-500k
• V)
• PLS-CADD / PLS-POLE / PLS-TOWERGEOPAK / Bentley / Micro
• Station or similar
• NESC, IEEE, ASCE standards
• Structure and foundation design
• Line routing and optimization
• Construction drawing & spec development
• Load, clearance, and rating calculations
• Project management and budgeting
• QA/QC and peer review