Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one integral team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Principal Overhead Line (OHL) Engineer to join our growing Transmission & Distribution team, supporting major transmission infrastructure and energy transition projects.

In this role, you will provide technical support in design execution and delivery of Overhead Transmission Line systems, typically ranging from 132kV to 765kV+, supporting projects from feasibility and concept development through detailed design and/or construction support.

The role involves hands‑on design, technical review if required, and interdisciplinary collaboration across project stages from concept to construction.

Key Responsibilities





- Execute designs and deliver engineering for HV/EHV overhead transmission lines (typically 132 kV–765 kV+).
- Develop key deliverables including technical calculations, conductor and earth wire selection, and insulator configurations.
- Define and/or be involved in definition of clearances, right‑of‑way requirements, and design criteria in accordance with applicable standards.
- Performing sag‑tension analysis and validating clearances in accordance with relevant standards (e.g. EN 50341, NG TS 2.04).
- Provide electrical technical inputs to tower loading calculations and structural design teams.
- Electrical studies: ampacity, corona and radio interference, electric field analysis, line impedance, shielding angle, lightning performance, and others.
- Support or lead (if required) engineering delivery of overhead line projects across multiple project phases.
- Coordinate with structural, geotechnical, power systems, and environmental teams to deliver integrated solutions.
- Contribute to feasibility studies, route corridor assessments, and technical evaluations to identify preferred transmission line layouts.
- Provide technical input to proposals, project planning, and engineering deliverables.
- Guide and coordinate CAD designers and drafters in the preparation of drawings and models.
- Review and validate drawing quality, consistency,



and compliance with standards ensuring timely production and revision of drawings aligned with project delivery milestones.
- Ensure designs comply with relevant standards including IEC, IEEE, EN/British Standards, and National Grid or DNO specifications.
- Participate in design reviews, technical verification, and internal quality assurance processes.
- Prepare and review key engineering documentation such as:
- Transmission line design reports and calculation notes
- Tower spotting reports and sag‑tension charts
- Technical specifications, BoQs, and construction drawings
- Documentation should support design reviews, client approvals, and project audits

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with +6 years of relevant experience in HV (132kV+) overhead line transmission design and delivery.
- Proven experience working on HV/EHV transmission line projects (132 kV – 765 kV+)
- Experience delivering engineering design packages across multiple project phases
- Strong knowledge of:
- Transmission line electrical principles
- Mechanical behaviour of conductors and structures
- Clearance and safety requirements
- Transmission line routing and tower spotting
- Advanced experience using:
- PLS‑CADD / PLS‑TOWER / PLS‑POLE
- ETAP / ATPDraw and other electrical software
- Strong experience performing sag‑tension and transmission line design calculations.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with capabilities for working in multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Ability to work independently in a project delivery environment.
- English language is mandatory

📌 Principal Engineer (Bogotá)
🏢 AECOM
📍 Bogotá