Sr. Electric Transmission Engineer V
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Country: United States
Category: Other
Workplace Location: Onsite
Employment Type: Direct Hire/Perm
Posted Date: May 8, 2026
Job ID: 647260
Job Description
An Electric Transmission Engineer V responsible for leading complex initiatives that strengthen grid reliability and enhance power delivery. Modernizing transmission infrastructure, supporting renewable energy integration, and delivering solutions that promote a sustainable energy future.
Required:
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering required
- Minimum of 10 years progressive engineering experience required
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required or ability to acquire one within 6-12 months.
- Expert knowledge of the respective engineering discipline with a proven ability to apply best practices across various areas
- Advanced proficiency with engineering, computational, and modeling software (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.)
- Strong understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering laws
- Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Participation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferred
- Lead the technical execution of complex engineering designs, technical reports, and specifications for electric transmission infrastructure, including overhead lines, underground transmission, and grid-hardening upgrades
- Provide expert consultation and resolve highly complex technical issues in various areas of electric transmission engineering
- Lead advanced technical projects, collaborating with other engineering departments and project management staff to deliver sustainable solutions that enhance grid resiliency and energy efficiency
- Develop and manage discipline work plans aligned with project milestones, ensuring projects are completed within budget and scheduling restraints
- Guide and mentor junior engineering staff, including providing technical reviews and support
- Deliver technical development of proposals and external presentations to clients, public, and regulatory agencies
Competitive salary and benefits: medical, dental, vision, life and 401K
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The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation – connecting the right people with the right opportunities in the areas of technology, engineering, accounting & finance, digital marketing, and manufacturing.
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