Irvine PLS-CADD Transmission Line Project Engineering Manager
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Job Location:
Irvine, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
16 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Role: Irvine PLS-CADD Transmission Line Project Engineering Manager
Location: Irvine CA
Position: Full Time Benefits & Sign on Bonus
Overhead Transmission Line Project Engineering Manager to lead high-voltage transmission projects across the U.S. This role is heavily focused on structural design and technical leadership with responsibility for quality budget schedule and team performance.
What Youll Bring:
- 812 years of transmission line design experience at 69kV and above (500kV strongly preferred for extra-high voltage projects)
- PLS-CADD proficiency is required(ability to mentor and train others is a plus)
- Bachelors degree in Civil or Structural Engineering preferred (Electrical or Mechanical backgrounds considered)
- P.E. license strongly preferred
- Deep experience in structural design (approximately 90% focus): foundations framing material selection and loading analysis
- Experience with steel wood laminate and composite structures; lattice tower design is a plus
- EPC and/or design services background supporting U.S. investor-owned utilities preferred
The Role:
You will serve as the responsible engineer leading complex overhead transmission projects managing multi-disciplinary teams and overseeing the full design lifecycle. This includes coordination across procurement permitting real estate/land acquisition subcontract administration and construction support.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Leadership
- Lead multi-discipline engineering teams and mentor junior staff
- Oversee engineering quality budget performance and schedule adherence
- Serve as engineer of record on larger or multi-project assignments
- Perform and review complex engineering calculations and deliverables
Client & Business Support
- Engage directly with clients to understand project drivers and resolve concerns
- Support proposals estimates and business development efforts
- Manage project scope changes in coordination with project leadership
Technical Oversight
- Provide subject matter expertise in high-voltage overhead line routing and structural loading
- Guide foundation and structural design decisions
- Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and design guides
Team Management
- Review engineering work products
- Lead mentor and develop team members
- Participate in hiring and performance management
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Strong background delivering overhead transmission projects for U.S. utilities
- Advanced knowledge of structural loading foundation design and line routing
- Working understanding of interdisciplinary coordination across large infrastructure programs
- Confident communicator comfortable in both technical and client-facing settings
This is a leadership opportunity within a stable growth-oriented firm executing major transmission programs nationwide.
