Transmission Line Engineer

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

If you share that vision, even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we’d still love to hear from you. We value potential and diverse perspectives as much as experience. Let’s explore how we can support your growth and help you take the next step in your career, while contributing to an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

Engineer Transmission Line

We are seeking a Professional Engineer to support the design and delivery of overhead and underground transmission line projects across Mott MacDonald’s Northeast Division. Based from NYC or Boston, this role is ideal for an engineer with 5+ years of experience who is growing technical depth while taking increasing responsibility for project execution, coordination, and client support.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and analysis of overhead and underground transmission lines (69kV–500kV), including structure loading, conductor selection, and line routing.
• Apply NESC, ASCE, and utility standards to ensure compliant, high‑quality designs.
• Assist with project delivery from concept through construction, including scheduling, estimating, and coordination.
• Prepare and review engineering drawings, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Participate in design reviews to ensure accuracy, constructability, and alignment with project scope.
• Coordinate with project managers, designers, and other disciplines to meet schedule and budget objectives.
• Provide technical input for proposals and bids as required.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to support delivery goals.
• Follow company standards, safety processes, and risk management practices.
• Support a collaborative, inclusive, and safety‑focused team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required or ability to obtain within 12 months
• 5+ years of experience in transmission line or related utility infrastructure engineering.
• Working knowledge of PLS‑CADD, PLS‑POLE, SAG10, or LPILE.
• Experience working with utilities, EPC contractors, or engineering consultants.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and/or BIM tools preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to safety, continuous learning, and professional development.

Benefits & Reward

At Mott MacDonald, our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, providing them with a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. We provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, and company paid life insurance.

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.

The expected salary for this position is: $89,000 - $108,000. 

Collaboration at Our Core

At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we’re together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet client, team, and personal commitments.

Equal opportunity is the law. 

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.