Senior HV Underground Transmission Line Engineer

HDR

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Employee referral program

EAP

Job summary

HDR seeks a Senior HV Underground Transmission Line Engineer in Houston to oversee high‑voltage underground, submarine cable and HVDC projects (69kV–500kV). You will mentor engineering teams, coordinate with program/project managers and guide technical design, execution, and client relations across multiple offices.

The role requires strong leadership, 10+ years in underground/HV design, PE license, and proficiency with design tools (CDEGS/CYMCAP, PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, Revit).

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering and PE license.
Minimum 10 years of experience in underground, submarine and HVDC design.
Proficient with PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe and Revit.
Track record leading teams across multiple office locations.
Some travel may be required.

Responsibilities

Partner with program/project managers to plan, direct and monitor project teams handling underground line engineering scope.
Lead development and implementation of project execution and quality plans; conduct regular audits.
Ensure teams follow client/program technical standards and remain trained on implementations.
Coordinate with PMs to advise clients on technical matters.
Mentor Engineering Managers in multiple offices on design and proposal development.

Skills

HV underground design

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Project management

CDEGS

CYMCAP

PE license

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

PE license

Tools

PLS CAD

AutoCAD

Plant 3D

AutoPipe

Revit

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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.

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.

The Senior HV Underground Transmission Line Engineer has broad technical knowledge and experience with design and construction of high voltage underground, submarine cable, and HVDC underground transmission line projects and programs ranging from 69kV to 500kV. Leveraging that knowledge and experience, they are responsible for the technical oversight, mentorship, and direction of engineering teams executing either a portfolio of projects within a program or a mix of multiple individual projects for multiple clients. They work in close coordination with program managers, project managers, client managers, and/or project teams to execute the engineering and design components of projects. This leader is an experienced, competent engineer who understands the technical requirements of underground and submarine HVAC and HVDC transmission line projects of any complexity and can lead, guide, and advise clients, programs, projects, and teams.

Specific duties include:

Partner with program managers and/or project managers to plan, direct, and monitor project teams executing all technical underground line engineering aspects of projects within a program or for multiple clients.
Lead, support, and/or oversee the development and implementation of project execution plans and quality plans for programs or clients, including performing regular audits with action items for additional training as needed.
Ensure project teams have access to client and program technical standards and preferences and that project teams are adequately informed and trained on implementation of those standards.
Coordinate with program and project managers to advise and support clients on technical matters.
Monitor technical resources assigned to programs or projects and workload forecasts and coordinate with operations leadership in multiple offices to address staffing concerns.
Support the coordination and interface of Engineering Managers with other technical discipline leads on projects.
Mentor, train, and support Engineering Managers in multiple offices on the technical aspects of underground transmission design, including proposal development, progress assessment, risk assessment/mitigation, and change, quality, and schedule management.
Ability to lead multiple projects concurrently, utilizing teams in different locations.
May also assist with developing technical papers and/or presentations that showcase HDR’s technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events.
Lead hiring and growth strategy for HDR in regard to high voltage underground, submarine cable and HVDC underground line design.
Participates in project reviews as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum 10 years of technical underground, submarine cable, and HVDC design experience from 69kV up to 500kV preferred, including, knowledge of routing, environmental permitting, material procurement, cable materials, specifications, and construction support.
Desire to lead, train, and mentor young to mid-level technical staff in multiple office locations.
Proficient with CDEGS, CYMCAP and other underground design software.
Track record of working cooperatively with diverse teams, multiple clients, regional, department, technical managers and project staff.
Self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong conceptual, organizational, problem solving, and collaboration skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Previous consulting experience desired.
Some travel may be required.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering
A minimum of 10 years of experience
Professional Engineers (PE) license
Extensive experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit)
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes