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Posted 2 weeks ago
Senior Structural Engineer, Overhead Transmission Lines
BG Power Advisors
📍 Chicago
EngineeringRemoteHybridFull-time
Job description
<div><h3>Overview</h3><p>Join a leading engineering team with one of the top international EPC companies delivering high-voltage transmission line projects that power communities across the U.S. We’re seeking a senior-level engineering leader with a background in structural design for overhead transmission lines to manage challenging, multi-disciplinary projects from concept to completion. If you have deep expertise in PLS-CADD, structural engineering, and utility infrastructure — and enjoy guiding talented teams — this is your opportunity to make an impact on the future of power delivery.</p><h3>What You’ll Do</h3><ul><li>Lead and mentor a multi-discipline engineering team on overhead transmission line projects.</li><li>Manage scope, budget, quality, and schedule to exceed client expectations.</li><li>Serve as Engineer of Record and ensure all designs meet industry standards and codes.</li><li>Collaborate with project leadership, design teams, and stakeholders to solve complex challenges.</li><li>Review and approve design packages, calculations, and construction documents.</li><li>Build strong client relationships and contribute to business development proposals and cost estimates.</li><li>Travel occasionally for site visits, design reviews, and client meetings.</li></ul><h3>Requirements</h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution.</li><li>At least 8 years of relevant work experience.</li><li>Based near a local office and able to work onsite 3 days/week.</li></ul><h3>Preferred Qualifications</h3><ul><li>10–12 years in structural engineering design for high-voltage overhead transmission lines.</li><li>5+ years in a lead or supervisory role with multidisciplinary project coordination.</li><li>Expertise in PLS-CADD, line routing, structural loading design, and foundation design.</li><li>Previous experience in an engineering consultancy environment.</li><li>Professional Engineer (PE) license with ability to obtain reciprocity.</li><li>Strong communication skills and ability to represent the company with clients.</li></ul><h3>Location</h3><p>Hybrid (3 days onsite & 2 days remote) - Hiring in multiple offices including Chicago, Raleigh, Atlanta, Orlando, Ann Arbor, Minneapolis, Kansas City, College Station, Houston, Dallas, Denver, Portland, Bay Area, and Los Angeles.</p><h3>Salary</h3><p>$150,000 - $200,000 depending on location and experience</p><h3>Seniority level</h3><ul><li>Mid-Senior level</li></ul><h3>Employment type</h3><ul><li>Full-time</li></ul><h3>Job function</h3><ul><li>Engineering Services and Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution</li></ul></div>
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