Transmission Design Engineer

Spencer Ogden

The Role

Overview

Design & engineer transmission lines, covering routing, structures, foundations, and electrical design.

Key Responsibilities

  • process analysis
  • design calculations
  • line routing
  • cost estimates
  • technical reports
  • engineering expertise

Tasks

-Conducts analysis and recommends process enhancements and design standards relative to area of assignment. -Analyzes scenarios, evaluates options, and performs design calculations to comply with design standards, applicable codes and sound engineering practices. -Support of transmission line routing/siting, creating conceptual designs and cost estimates, preforming detailed design including structure, foundation, and electrical design for transmission line projects. -Provides engineering/technical expertise in the area of transmission line design. -Provide engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of complex problems in area of Transmission Line design. -Prepares thorough and accurate job packages, technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and drawings.

Requirements

  • transmission
  • engineering
  • advanced
  • independent
  • problem solving
  • design

What You Bring

This position provides design, engineering and technical expertise for transmission lines and will primarily support the Carolinas West region. Applicants must be familiar with Transmission Line engineering theories and principles. Applicants are expected to have advanced skills and the ability to work independently, with guidance limited to unusual or complex projects or issues. They are fully competent in the use of engineering concepts and procedures. They identify problems, develop solutions and take actions to resolve issues.

The Company

About Spencer Ogden

-Rapid growth led to first U.S. office in Houston in 2011, followed by expansion across EMEA, APAC, and the Americas. -Serves full project lifecycles—from oil & gas and nuclear to power generation and renewable energy staffing. -Operates with over a dozen offices globally, including major hubs like New York, Singapore, Dubai, and Perth. -Recognized for unique office spaces, such as the Houston HQ repurposed from a nightclub with retro-British flair and open layouts. -Delivers talent to niche sectors such as nuclear, smart energy, mining, marine, rail, and built environment.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Infrastructure

Natural Resources

Wind

Solar

Storage

Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging

Decarbonisation

Nuclear

Green Hydrogen

Water Resources

Government