Transmission Engineer

Overview

Kimley-Horn's Denver, Colorado (CO) office is seeking a Transmission Engineer with 6+ years of experience to join their Power Delivery team! 

Responsibilities

• Design of Power Delivery Infrastructure systems, including transmission lines, distribution lines, and substations
• Perform structural analysis and design of monopole, lattice, framed, and guyed structures
• Participate in project teams in an active production role
• Participate in project meetings internally and externally with clients
• Preparation of conceptual and detailed calculations to support the creation of construction documents and specifications. These calculations may include foundation design, material quantities, and design of overhead power structures.
• Daily interaction and collaboration on cross-functional teams across multiple disciplines
• Coordination and verification of as-built drawings
• Perform quality work that promotes client retention
• Responsible for the development of reports and design documents
• Expected to assist in mentoring, training, and growing a team to expand our Power Delivery practice
• This is an in-person role

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in any of the following: transmissions, distributions, or communication line design
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) License (or ability to obtain within 12 months)
• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
• Understanding of the National Electrical Code, National Electrical Safety Code, IEEE, and ANSI Standards
• Willingness to travel to support site visits and client meetings, as needed
• Ability to work in a team; both collaborating with and mentoring junior staff
• Ideal Qualifications
  • Understanding of the National Electric Safety Code (NESC), Rural Utility Service (RUS) Electrical Bulletins, ASCE-7, or California General Order 95, and other ASCE/IEEE/CIGRE standards
  • Transmission Line Modeling (PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole) experience
  • Experience with lattice towers is a plus

Salary Range:

• $112,000 - $125,000
• Eligible for Performance Based Compensation

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

Responsibilities

- Design of Power Delivery Infrastructure systems, including transmission lines, distribution lines, and substations
- Perform structural analysis and design of monopole, lattice, framed, and guyed structures
- Participate in project teams in an active production role
- Participate in project meetings internally and externally with clients
- Preparation of conceptual and detailed calculations to support the creation of construction documents and specifications. These calculations may include foundation design, material quantities, and design of overhead power structures.
- Daily interaction and collaboration on cross-functional teams across multiple disciplines
- Coordination and verification of as-built drawings
- Perform quality work that promotes client retention
- Responsible for the development of reports and design documents
- Expected to assist in mentoring, training, and growing a team to expand our Power Delivery practice
- This is an in-person role