Project Engineer Transmission Line Design

Project Engineer

Location: St. Louis MO or Collinsville IL

Department: Transmission Line Design

Employment Type: Full-time

Reports To:T-LineDepartment Manager

About BHMG

BHMG is leader in utility-focused engineering and consulting serving electric companies municipalities and organizations with large energy needs. For over 50 years weve been the trusted partner organizations rely on to solve complex challenges and reimagine whats possible.

At BHMG youre not just doing a jobyoure building a meaningful career with a company that lives its mission every day:

We empower our team encourage ownership and innovation and create an environment where you can enjoy your work do your best and make a meaningful impact for our clients.

Position Summary

We are seeking a licensed Transmission Line Project Engineer to serve as a technical leader and Engineer of Record for complex overhead transmission line projects. This role combines hands-on engineering expertise with people leadership technical authority and project oversight.

In this position you will lead the technical execution of transmission line (T-Line) projects from concept through construction support ensure compliance with applicable codes and client standards and mentor a team of engineers and designers. You will work closely with Project Managers and clients to deliver high-quality compliant and efficient engineering solutions.

This role is ideal for a seasoned transmission line engineer who enjoys ownership technical leadership mentoring others and influencing project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

As a Project Manager you will work closely with engineering teams clients and leadership to successfully deliver utility engineering projects.

You will:

• Serve as the Engineer of Record for overhead transmission line projects ensuring design accuracy compliance and adherence to NESC RUS and client standards
• Provide technical leadership and direction to the transmission line design team across all project phasesfrom concept development through construction support
• Perform review and approve detailed engineering calculations models design packages and sealed deliverables
• Collaborate with Project Managers to define project scope schedules deliverables and execution strategies
• Guide project teams to complete work within planned budgets schedules and resource constraints
• Oversee and enforce QA/QC processes to maintain consistent technical quality and compliance
• Support construction activities through design clarifications field visits and evaluation of change orders or design revisions
• Represent BHMG in client meetings presentations and technical discussions building trust and long-term relationships
• Provide technical input for proposals workload planning and business development efforts
• Drive continuous improvement in technical standards tools workflows and team capabilities

People Leadership & Team Development

• Lead mentor and develop a team of engineers designers and technical staff
• Delegate work review deliverables and provide coaching feedback and career development guidance
• Facilitate team meetings design reviews and milestone check-ins to promote accountability and alignment
• Foster a collaborative high-performance culture focused on technical excellence delivery reliability and continuous improvement

Education/Experience

• Bachelors degree in Civil Mechanical Electrical Engineering or a related ABET-accredited engineering discipline (required)
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (required)
• 7 years of overhead transmission line design experience
• Experience serving as Engineer of Record on utility transmission line projects
• Authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without sponsorship

Desired Skills & Attributes

• Advanced knowledge of overhead transmission line design principles and utility standards
• Strong working knowledge of NESC RUS and utility-specific requirements
• Advanced proficiency with PLS-CADD SAG10 MFAD AutoCAD and related engineering tools
• Proven ability to lead complex technical design packages and coordinate across disciplines
• Demonstrated experience mentoring engineers and leading technical teams
• Ability to manage technical scope budgets and schedules across multiple projects
• High level of independence accountability and professional judgment
• Excellent communication client-facing and collaboration skills

What We Offer

At BHMG were committed to raising the bar for what it means to work at an engineering and consulting firm. Our people are passionate collaborative and driven by a shared commitment to quality and solutions.

We offer a competitive comprehensive compensation package including:

• Company-paid medical dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible schedules and hybrid work options for strong work-life balance
• Professional licensure and development support
• A fun respectful and team-oriented culture
• And much more!

BHMG Engineers Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer including women minorities veterans and individuals with disabilities.