About the Role
We are seeking a Transmission Specialist to support the design and delivery of overhead and underground transmission line projects across Mott MacDonald’s Northeast Division. 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.
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.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
- 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.
Skills
- PLS‑CADD
- PLS‑POLE
- SAG10
- LPILE
- AutoCAD
- Civil 3D
- BIM tools
- Communication skills
- Project management
Location
- NYC
- Boston
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 5+ years
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
Salary/Compensations
- $103,000 - $125,000
Benefits
- Personal and group performance bonuses
- 401k
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Paid holidays
- PTO
- Parental leave
- Company paid life insurance
About the Company
- Mott MacDonald is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, providing engineering, management, and development services.
- We support multisector project work in over 150 countries.
- We have a network of over 20,000 talented consultants.
- Sustainability and innovation are 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.
- We foster a collaborative environment where ambitions are united with ours.
- 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.
Equal Opportunity
- 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.
