senior transmission engineer

Job Summary

As senior transmission engineer, you will lead and mentor team members, engage in challenging assignments, and contribute to the design and implementation of solutions for projects including utility infrastructure, renewable energy facilities, and critical data center applications. This role is based in Maine.

Your Impact

You will design, analyze, and optimize electrical transmission systems including overhead and underground high-voltage power lines, and be responsible for project and client management. Your experienced background in transmission line design, structural analysis, and electrical engineering principles is integral to providing innovative solutions that align with SME’s commitment to sustainability and technical excellence.

On a Typical Day, You Will

• Design and develop high-voltage transmission lines (35kV – 345kV) using industry-standard software (PLS-CADD).
• Conduct structural, electrical, and thermal analyses to optimize system performance.
• Perform routing, siting, and impact assessments for transmission projects.
• Prepare technical specifications, construction drawings, and material lists.
• Conduct field assessments and site visits to support project planning and execution.
• Manage projects ensuring that project deliverables meet schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
• Provide technical support during construction, testing, and commissioning phases.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and regulatory agencies including utilities and government agencies to ensure compliance with industry standards (NESC, IEEE, ANSI, etc.).
• Provide technical expertise and construction oversight.

Your Compensation And Benefits Package Includes

• 100% company paid Medical, Life, and Long-term and Short-term Disability insurance
• Annual contributions to an HSA (if enrolled in company-provided health insurance plan)
• Paid vacation and sick time and 9 paid holidays per year
• Retirement plan comprising three components: a 401(k) plan with matching contribution of up to 50% of 10% of your salary; profit sharing; and a non-discretionary 3% of gross pay contribution (all three components available after 1 year of service), and a
• Performance-based year-end bonus!

SME Also Offers

• Work-life balance and flexible working hours
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Intraoffice groups, including hiking, hockey, and running
• Community involvement such as volunteer days and an SME sponsored road race team, and
• Fall golf event, food truck days, cornhole tournaments, chili cookoff competition and more!

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, civil, or mechanical engineering from an ABET-accredited school
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in transmission line design and engineering and understanding of structural and mechanical aspects of transmission lines
• Proficiency with PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER software
• Strong knowledge of NESC, IEEE, and ANSI standards
• Experience with AutoCAD, GIS mapping tools, and power system modeling software
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently and within a team
• Experience with distribution line design and knowledge of distribution equipment is a plus
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required