Transmission Project Engineer - Kiewit Power Delivery

Requisition ID: 179241 Job Level: Mid Level Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Delivery Department: Project Engineering Market: Power Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview We are seeking a skilled Overhead Transmission Engineer to join our Power Delivery team and support a wide range of transmission line projects across the U.S. This role focuses on the engineering and design of overhead transmission systems from 12 kV up to 500 kV, serving utilities and energy clients on both traditional engineering design and EPC style project execution. District Overview Kiewit Power Delivery. is a full-service engineering and construction solutions provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the transmission and distribution market from high voltage overhead and underground transmission to distribution and automation design and construction capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the electric utility, renewable energy, industrial, and oil & gas markets. As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering experience that provides holistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry. Our rapidly growing power delivery business has opened new locations across North America to strengthen our market presence while executing work within the communities that we live. We have invested in industry-leading design technology and platforms while also expanding our construction equipment fleet with the most advanced, and safest equipment on the market. We are committed to building upon our history as one of the safest companies to work for by equipping our craft with the best tooling and safety programs available. We are an innovative team that prides itself on excellence through continuous improvement and an unwavering commitment to deliver for our clients. Our staff collaborates with Kiewitu2019s vast internal network of resources that span heavy civil and infrastructure, vertical and commercial buildings, mining, as well our oil and gas and power generation markets, to drive safe and cost-effective solutions that achieve client expectations and further Kiewitu2019s legacy of excellence. Location This position will be located in one of our area offices and/or on one of our project sites in Ohio, North Carolina, Oregon, Utah, Kansas or Texas. Responsibilities u2022 Perform detailed engineering and analysis for overhead transmission lines, including structure loading, line routing, conductor selection, insulation coordination, and hardware specification. u2022 Develop and review design deliverables such as plan & profile drawings, structure loading trees, foundation loads, bill of materials, and construction packages. u2022 Use industryu2011standard software (e.g., PLSu2011CADD, PLSu2011Pole/Tower, SAG10) to model and optimize transmission line designs. u2022 Support conceptual and feasibility studies by evaluating routing options, environmental constraints, constructability considerations, and cost impacts. u2022 Collaborate with civil, structural, and electrical engineering teams to ensure integrated and constructible designs. u2022 Participate in design reviews, quality checks, and risk assessments to ensure safe, reliable, and costu2011effective solutions. u2022 Provide engineering support during procurement and construction, including responding to RFIs, reviewing vendor data, and resolving field issues. Qualifications u2022 Bacheloru2019s degree in electrical, Civil, or Structural Engineering. u2022 5-7 years of experience with overhead transmission line design (utility, EPC, or consulting environment). u2022 Familiarity with PLSu2011CADD and related transmission design tools. u2022 Understanding NESC, ASCE, and utilityu2011specific design standards. u2022 Strong problemu2011solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment. u2022 Interest in supporting projects from early conceptual design through construction. #LI-RF1 Other Requirements: u2022 Regular, reliable attendance u2022 Work productively and meet deadlines timely u2022 Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment u2022 Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies. u2022 Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required. u2022 FIELD ROLES ONLY May work at various different locations and conditions may vary Base Compensation: $138,000/yr - $145,000/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location) We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package thatu2019s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Company: Kiewit

Created: 2026-01-14