Engineering Team Lead - Transmission & Distribution

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading power engineering firm is seeking an Engineering Team Lead for Transmission & Distribution in Phoenix, Arizona. This role involves managing engineering components of transmission projects, guiding technical teams, and ensuring project quality. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of relevant experience and a bachelor's degree. The firm promotes a culture of inclusion and supports employee development through various initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience required.
• Professional registration or certification may be required.
• Field experience in transmission preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute engineering and design for transmission projects.
• Develop and implement project execution plans.
• Direct, mentor, and supervise Project Engineers and technical staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Technical expertise in transmission

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

PLS-CADD

Job description

Engineering Team Lead – Transmission & Distribution – ( 188159 )

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?

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.

Our renowned transmission and distribution team addresses complex challenges to support load growth and grid reliability. With more than a century of experience, we provide a full suite of services for power delivery projects, meeting needs throughout the project life cycle from planning to construction management for key clients like utilities and cooperatives, developers and contractors.

From 765 kilovolt transmission lines to renewables integration to powering data centers, we partner with clients and contractors to bring resilient energy to our communities. Our expertise spans multiple design areas including grid resiliency and hardening, substations and switchyards, and transmission and distribution lines. Services include:

• Protection and control design
• Transmission and distribution line design
• Transmission and distribution system studies
• Program management
• Environmental permitting and compliance
• Routing and siting
• Strategic communications
• Right of way acquisition and permitting
• Asset management
• Grid modernization
• Construction management

As a Transmission & Distribution Engineering Manager (EM) in a well-established Power Delivery practice, you’ll draw upon your broad technical knowledge and experience in design and construction of high voltage Transmission Line projects to lead, guide, and advise clients, projects, and teams. Having previously performed a leading technical role on increasingly complex transmission line projects, you’ll be ready to undertake greater challenges and responsibilities.

• Leveraging technical experience and expertise to manage and execute the engineering and design components of transmission projects.
• Developing and implementing a project execution plan for the technical aspect of transmission projects.
• Working independently and/or directing, mentoring, training, and/or supervising one or more Project Engineers, EITs, Designers, CADD technicians and administrative staff.
• Performing Project Management (PM) duties as needed, including supporting the technical aspect of scope, schedule, and budget, including proposal development, work breakdown structure development and implementation, progress assessment, risk assessment/mitigation, change management, and schedule management.
• Coordinating and/or leading the QA/QC process on projects per HDR’s Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements with a commitment to delivering world class quality.
• Performing quality checks and/or reviews of projects from other teams as needed.
• Participating in project reviews as needed.
• At times, leading multiple projects concurrently, utilizing teams in different locations.
• Working with senior engineers and technical leaders to identify and develop specific technical expertise and attending training and seminars focused on further development and understanding of complex concepts related to the transmission industry.
• At times, assisting with development of technical papers and/or presentations that showcase HDR’s technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Construction and/or field experience in transmission a plus.
• Track record of working cooperatively with diverse teams; regional, department, and technical managers; and project staff preferred.
• Experience working with Renewables developers and/or the interconnection of Renewables a plus.
• Transmission line design experience using PLS-CADD, steel and wood transmission structure analysis/design, foundation design, material procurement, specifications, and construction support.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 7 years experience
• Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: United States-Arizona-Phoenix

Industry: Power

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Job Posting: Oct 24, 2025

We are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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