Date Posted: 06/22/2026
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 503137
Industry: Utility
Job Title: Transmission Design Engineer
Job Location: Oakland, CA, USA, 94612
Work Model: Hybrid
Work Model Details: Onsite 2 days/week
Employment Type: Temporary
FT/PT: Full-Time
Estimated Duration (In months): 7
Min Hourly Rate($): 70.00
Max Hourly Rate($): 76.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Design, Engineering, Project Management, Transmission
Experience Desired: Transmission line engineering experience supporting 115kV 500kV utility projects (3+ yrs); Experience leading complex transmission engineering projects and coordinating with project managers (3+ yrs); Strong expertise applying GO 95, NESC, and utility transmission design standards (3+ yrs); Hands-on experience using PLS-CADD, PLS POLE, and related structural analysis tools (3+ yrs)
Required Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree
**C2C is not available**
Job Description
Required Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited US curriculum or equivalent from outside the US
Required Experience, Knowledge & Skills:
• 3 years of cumulative experience in engineering and design
• Past Transmission Experience, Demonstrates Curiosity & Project Management Skills
Preferred Experience, Knowledge & Skills:
• Electrical transmission line engineering for 115kv–500kv
• Strong familiarity with GO 95, NESC, and client transmission line standards and construction practices
• Strong familiarity with PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, etc
• Skills in project management
Position Summary:
This position is represented by the Engineers and Scientists of California (ESC) and is subject to collective bargaining. The role is for a journey-level engineer who has mastered Associate engineer skills and duties, and is responsible for leading the engineering and design of more complex projects. The journey engineer exercises independent judgment in applying engineering principles and works with minimal supervision. Collaboration with engineers, project managers, construction personnel, and other business partners to assess project needs is essential. Additional responsibilities include developing technical studies and reports, providing guidance to contractors and outside vendors, and traveling to/from project-related functions approximately 20% of the time
Job Responsibilities:
• Resolve problems of moderate scope using standard solutions
• Independently plan work under general direction; progress reviewed periodically for technical accuracy
• Perform functions of Associate level Engineer as needed
• Provide technical expertise, conduct engineering analyses, studies, and develop conceptual designs
• Present findings to internal teams, contractors, and vendors
• Conduct walkdowns and design review meetings
• Prepare technical documents including design criteria, scope documents, specifications, and reports
• Develop, evaluate, and recommend alternative project proposals
• Solicit, prepare, and evaluate contracts/proposals from engineering consultants
• Review consultant contracts for technical compliance
• Interpret and apply applicable codes and regulations
• Participate in developing restoration plans and assist in root cause analysis
• Approve reports, new drawings, and revisions to existing drawings
• Respond promptly to facility failures in emergencies
• Represent the client to government bodies for assigned projects
This hybrid position requires working from a remote office and an assigned work location within the client's Service Territory, based on business needs
- **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**
- **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**
Benefits:
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California Pay Equity:
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Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.
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Samba, Consultant
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David, Consultant
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Diana, Consultant
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