Transmission Line Design and Maintenance Engineer

About Ameren Transmission

Ameren Transmission is dedicated to planning, constructing and safely operating over 8,000 transmission miles across a variety of energy markets. We explore opportunities and develop projects that will enhance reliability, improve system performance and increase access to more diverse generation sources for customers across the country.

Our benefits include:

• Medical coverage on date of hire

• 100% employer paid cash balance pension plan

• 401(k) with company match fully vested on date of hire

• Minimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidays

• Paid parental leave and family caregiver leave

Visit our Benefits & Perks Page for more information on benefits provided to regular full-time employees. ​

About The Position

The Transmission Line Design and Maintenance Engineer is responsible for performing design, engineering design studies, maintenance and project management activities for existing/new transmission lines above 100kV.  This position requires handling multiple projects and assignments simultaneously. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Perform design and engineering to establish safe design parameters that meet current design codes, evaluating and selecting structure and material types, designing wood structures, route selections for new lines, developing construction specifications and complete bid documents, directing drawing preparation and providing cost estimates.

• Design activities shall also include evaluating existing lines for National Electric Safety Code (NESC) compliance, safety guidelines, upgrades and modifications; provide expert witness testimony, and keeping current with latest technology. 

• Develop engineering solutions, cost and schedule estimates, and preliminary designs associated with initial development and budgeting of projects.

• Develop project scoping documents, basis of design documents and project control documents for projects within and outside of Ameren's service territory.

• Effectively utilize project management tools and software to manage costs, maintain schedules, track project progress, and manage the transmission line design projects.

• Perform project management responsibilities as necessary for overall project cost and schedule; coordinating activities with other departments and outside companies such as:  real estate, drafting, other engineering groups, line construction crews, contractors, surveying and consulting firms.

• Perform detailed design and work with drafting to complete drawings, prepare specifications for equipment and construction contracts, finalize cost and schedule estimates, and assist or lead in the planning and coordination of projects as required.

• Facilitate acquiring permits to perform construction activities.

• Review external customers plans a specifications to ensure continued safe operation of Ameren's Transmission system.

• Subject to call-out as required for storm restoration.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university required. EIT certification or commitment to actively pursue one in Illinois and/or Missouri required. Professional Engineer (P.E.) License or commitment to actively pursue one in Illinois and/or Missouri required. Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university preferred.

Prior experience with Transmission Line Maintenance and Tower Light Maintenance strongly preferred.

In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate:

Good analytical, communications and human relations skills required.  Must be able to handle multiple assignments/projects with varying completion dates and effectively prioritize.  Must be able to work effectively as part of a team. Willingness to stay abreast of current design standards and new technologies. Working knowledge of NESC preferred.

Additional Information:

Ameren’s selection process includes a series of interviews and may include candidate testing and/or an individual aptitude or skill-based assessment.  Specific details will be provided to qualified candidates.

Compensation Range:

$71,100.00 - $172,200.00

* This pay range encompasses multiple levels of the role. Career level and compensation depends upon applicant’s credentials.

At Ameren, base salary is one component of a competitive compensation package for employees. Our pay ranges are broad to allow for movement within our organization and to accommodate different skill sets and levels of expertise. We take into consideration a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, and internal equity when determining the base salary offered. Roles are eligible for additional rewards including annual incentive payments based on individual and company performance.

If end date is listed, the posting will come down at 12:00 am on that date:

Thursday May 28, 2026

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status protected by law.