Job Title: Transmission Line Principal Engineer
Location: Juno Beach, FL (Onsite)
Duration: 12 Months Contract
Work Hours: Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Job Overview & Description
We are seeking a highly experienced Transmission Line Principal Engineer to lead and manage the design of high-voltage transmission line projects supporting wind, solar, and battery energy storage initiatives, as well as standalone transmission projects.
This role is part of the Engineering & Construction (E&C) group and is responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of transmission line design from early-stage conceptual development through construction and commissioning. The engineer will manage external engineering consultants, coordinate cross-functional stakeholders, and ensure high-quality design delivery aligned with project goals.

Roles & Responsibilities
Manage transmission line design projects from concept through execution and commissioning.
Collaborate with Early Stage Project Managers to define project scope and requirements.
Develop scopes of work, solicit bids, evaluate proposals, and award engineering contracts through Integrated Supply Chain (ISC).
Coordinate with stakeholders to secure routing, permitting, and engineering data (geotechnical, LiDAR, survey).
Oversee engineering consultants responsible for transmission line design (NEER does not self-perform design).
Ensure timely delivery of engineering documents including:
o Issued for Bid (IFB)
o Issued for Procurement (IFP)
o Issued for Construction (IFC)
o As-built drawings
Support preparation of competitive proposals (RFPs) and cost estimation activities.
Coordinate with internal teams (construction, permitting, development, etc.) for project success.
Present project updates, risks, and mitigation strategies to stakeholders and leadership.
Ensure design quality, compliance, and value engineering across projects.

Required Qualifications & Certifications
Bachelors degree in electrical, Mechanical, or Civil/Structural Engineering.
Minimum 7+ years of experience in high-voltage transmission line design, engineering, and construction.
Strong understanding of transmission line design principles and project lifecycle.
Ability to interpret engineering deliverables such as:
o One-line and three-line diagrams
o Plan & profile drawings
o General arrangement drawings
Willingness to travel across North America.

Preferred Qualifications
Project Engineering or Project Management experience.
PMP (Project Management Professional) certification preferred.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is a plus.

Required Skills
Strong project management and coordination skills
Excellent communication (verbal and written)
Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
Leadership and stakeholder management
Decision-making and risk mitigation
Strategic thinking and business acumen
Ability to manage multiple vendors and consultants
Strong focus on quality, compliance, and process improvement

Technical Skills
Experience with industry-standard tools such as:
o PLSCADD
o AutoCAD
o Microsoft Office Suite
o Primavera or similar project scheduling tools