Transmission Engineering Manager

HDR, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Retirement savings plan with employer

Employee referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking multiple Transmission Line Engineering Managers to join our growing Power Delivery team in Phoenix, AZ.

Lead engineering and design, develop execution plans, and mentor engineers on transmission projects from conception through delivery. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Engineering, 10+ years in power/transmission, a PE license, and proficiency with PLS-CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• At least 10 years of experience in transmission engineering or power market sector.
• Professional Engineer license recognized by the licensing board.
• Extensive experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard Power Market Sector design software (PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, Revit).

Responsibilities

• Leverage technical experience to manage and execute the engineering and design components of transmission projects.
• Develop and implement a project execution plan for the technical aspects of transmission projects.
• Work independently and/or direct, mentor, train, and/or supervise one or more Project Engineers, EITs, Designers, CADD technicians and administrative staff.
• Perform Project Management duties as needed, including supporting the technical scope, schedule, and budget, proposal development, work breakdown structure development, progress assessment, risk assessment/mitigation, change management, and schedule management.
• Coordinate and/or lead the QA/QC process on projects per HDR's Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements with a commitment to delivering world‑class quality.
• Perform quality checks and/or reviews of projects from other teams as needed.
• Participate in project reviews as needed.
• At times, lead multiple projects concurrently, utilizing teams in different locations.
• Work with senior engineers and technical leaders to identify and develop specific technical expertise and attend training and seminars focused on further development and understanding of complex concepts related to the transmission industry.
• Assist with development of technical papers and/or presentations that showcase HDR's technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events.

Skills

Project execution

PE license

Experience in power sector

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

PLS CAD

AutoCAD

Plant 3D

AutoPipe

Revit

Job description

Overview

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. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, constantly asking 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.

We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you will 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 will 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.

HDR Engineering is currently seeking multiple Transmission Line Engineering Managers to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals.

Primary Responsibilities

• Leverage technical experience to manage and execute the engineering and design components of transmission projects.
• Develop and implement a project execution plan for the technical aspects of transmission projects.
• Work independently and/or direct, mentor, train, and/or supervise one or more Project Engineers, EITs, Designers, CADD technicians and administrative staff.
• Perform Project Management duties as needed, including supporting the technical scope, schedule, and budget, proposal development, work breakdown structure development, progress assessment, risk assessment/mitigation, change management, and schedule management.
• Coordinate and/or lead the QA/QC process on projects per HDR's Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements with a commitment to delivering world‑class quality.
• Perform quality checks and/or reviews of projects from other teams as needed.
• Participate in project reviews as needed.
• At times, lead multiple projects concurrently, utilizing teams in different locations.
• Work with senior engineers and technical leaders to identify and develop specific technical expertise and attend training and seminars focused on further development and understanding of complex concepts related to the transmission industry.
• Assist 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 in Engineering.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) 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.

Benefits & Compensation

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Nevada: $119,700.00 to 196,650.00

Location

Primary location: United States – Arizona – Phoenix. Other locations: United States – Arizona – Tucson, United States – Nevada – Las Vegas.