Senior Transmission Line Engineer (PE)

Senior Transmission Line Engineer (PE)

Contract Type:

Contractor

Location:

Pomona

Industry:

Utilities

Contact Name:

Benjamin McKenzie

Contact Phone:

+44 (0)20 7002 0000

Date Published:

30-Jul-2026

Senior Transmission Line Engineer (PE)

Hydrogen Group is recruiting a Senior Transmission Line Engineer to support a major electric utility on a 12-month contract based in Pomona, California, with a hybrid schedule of two days per week onsite.

This position is primarily focused on technical engineering excellence rather than project management. The successful candidate will act as a subject matter expert responsible for transmission and distribution line engineering, structural analysis, and detailed design using industry-leading engineering software.

Responsibilities

  • Perform transmission and distribution line design using PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, and PLS-Caisson.
  • Complete structural analysis for overhead transmission and distribution systems.
  • Design new pole structures and evaluate existing utility infrastructure.
  • Produce engineering calculations, models, and technical documentation.
  • Review engineering deliverables to ensure compliance with quality standards and applicable codes.
  • Support construction teams by resolving engineering issues encountered in the field.
  • Participate in site visits, inspections, and emergency restoration efforts following storms or wildfire events.
  • Develop and maintain engineering standards, specifications, and design criteria.
  • Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership on transmission line design methodologies.
  • Collaborate with internal engineering teams to deliver technically accurate solutions.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
  • Active California Professional Engineer (PE) License.
  • Seven or more years of experience in transmission and distribution line engineering.
  • Strong experience designing electric utility systems.
  • Advanced proficiency with:
    • PLS-CADD
    • PLS-Pole
    • AutoCAD
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • California GO95
    • NESC
    • ASCE design standards

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience using PLS-Caisson.
  • Experience with SPIDAcalc.
  • Previous experience supporting California electric utilities.
  • Strong communication and mentoring skills.

Assignment Details

  • Location: Pomona, CA
  • Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
  • Hybrid: Two days onsite each week
  • Duration: 12-month contract
  • Pay Rate: Up to $111.73/hour

If you're a licensed California PE with extensive transmission line design experience and are looking to support critical utility infrastructure projects, we'd like to hear from you.

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