Senior Transmission Line Project Engineer

HDR, Inc.; Virginia, Glen Allen (MN, MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to making a positive impact in the power industry. As a Senior Transmission Line Project Engineer, you will lead design projects and collaborate with a talented team to deliver innovative solutions. This role offers excellent growth opportunities for a self-directed individual eager to take on new challenges. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, you will thrive in an environment where your contributions are valued. If you have a passion for engineering and a desire to shape the future of power transmission, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in transmission line design.
• Proficiency in PLSCADD and project execution in the Power Market Sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead design projects and coordinate with engineering staff and clients.
• Conduct engineering analyses and develop construction documents.

Skills

Transmission Line Design

Engineering Calculations

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Professional Engineers (PE) License

Tools

PLSCADD

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

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?

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Each role in our organization contributes to our ability to make a positive impact globally. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible in your community and around the world.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will be part of a team providing design support for large, medium, and small-scale substation engineering projects. This role offers excellent growth opportunities for a self-directed individual eager to learn and take on new challenges.

Responsibilities of Senior Transmission Line Project Engineer

1. Perform routine and detailed design tasks.
2. Conduct analysis, engineering calculations, and develop construction documents for various structures.
3. Lead transmission line design projects and coordinate with engineering staff, clients, and project managers.
4. Assist in verifying code compliance, quality checks, meeting schedules and budgets, and coordinate civil/structural engineering work with other disciplines and CAD designers.
5. Possess or desire to perform civil design for site utilities and overhead lines.
6. Engage in conceptual and detailed design activities for power, industrial, and institutional projects.
7. Communicate effectively, work collaboratively, and demonstrate strong analytical and organizational skills.
8. Conduct analyses to develop design options.
9. Assist in preparing cost estimates or specifications.
10. Perform routine engineering and design tasks.
11. Participate in field reviews or construction observation.
12. Potentially serve as a project manager for transmission line projects.

Note: Due to client contract requirements, US-born citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or mechanical engineering.
• 10+ years of transmission line design experience.
• Experience with line design including PLSCADD, structure analysis, project cost estimates, plan and profile preparation, and specifications for power transmission lines up to 500kV.
• Focus on overhead power transmission; underground transmission experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and relevant engineering software.
• Project engineering and management experience.
• Preference for local candidates.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience.
• Professional Engineers (PE) license.
• Extensive project execution experience in the Power Market Sector.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and sector-specific design software (e.g., PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Revit).
• Commitment to our employee-owned culture.

Our Values and Commitment

HDR is our company. We build on each other's experiences and perspectives to make great things possible daily, shaping our collaborative culture, fostering trust, and strengthening our connection to clients and communities.

As employee owners, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Our Employee Network Groups support this mission by fostering belonging and engagement across various communities.

Location and Industry

Primary Location: United States-Virginia-Glen Allen

Other Locations: Virginia-Roanoke, Virginia-Vienna

Industry: Power

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Transmission/Distribution Engineering

Job Posting Date: Apr 15, 2025