HDR
Energy
TransmissionLineEngineer
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Transmission Line Engineer at HDR. Skills: Transmission line design, PLS-CADD, Foundation design. Prepare technical aspects for transmission lines design. Prepare deliverables for transmission lines design”
Industry & Context.
Engineering analyses; Design options
Site visits
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
4+ years transmission line experience, Experience with PLS-CADD, Experience performing transmission structure analysis, Experience preparing specifications and drawings, Experience with Microsoft Office, Written communication skills, Verbal communication skills
Nice to Have
Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, or related field, Experience interpreting industry design codes, Experience liaising with internal and external stakeholders, Experience with transmission line voltages 69kV thru 500kV, Experience with transmission line voltages thru 765kV, Exposure to developing project manhour and cost estimates, Exposure to developing project schedules, Prior experience in foundations design, Experience working with Renewables developers, Experience with interconnection of Renewables
What You'll Do.
Prepare technical aspects for transmission lines design
Prepare deliverables for transmission lines design
Coordinate construction release packages
Assign tasks to junior team members
Provide guidance to junior team members
Coordinate quality control reviews
Perform quality control reviews
Provide engineering input on design issues
Conduct engineering analyses
Develop design options
Assist with preparation of cost estimates
Assist with preparation of specifications
Attend client stakeholder meetings
Lead design reviews with client
Provide input to project manhours estimates
Provide input to task schedules
Manage multiple tasks for multiple projects
Perform site visits during design
Perform site visits during construction
Perform site visits during as-built phases
Participate in field reviews
Participate in construction observation
Perform other duties as needed
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Client stakeholder meetings; Design reviews with client; Guidance to junior team members; Coordination with internal teams
Communication Scope
Client meetings; Design reviews
Process & Methodology
Manhour estimates, Task schedules
Full Job Description
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future. Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. In the role of Transmission Line Engineer, we'll count on you to: Preparing all technical aspects and deliverables associated with the conceptual and detailed transmission lines design of increasing complexity using PLS-CADD and foundation design software such as L-Pile, MFAD or Caisson. Coordinating the preparation of construction release packages for high voltage transmission lines including plan and profiles, structure load trees, structure assemblies and details, stringing charts, foundation schedules and details, and bills of material. Assigning tasks and providing guidance to junior team members and coordinating quality control reviews for work performed by EITs
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