Transmission Line Engineering Manager

MaineGuide; Portland, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Transmission Line Engineering Manager in our Power Delivery practice based in Portland, ME. You will lead the technical execution of high-voltage transmission projects, mentor engineers, and coordinate with the Project Manager to align scope, schedule, and budget.

This role requires 10+ years of transmission experience, a Civil Engineering background, and proficiency with PLS-CADD. You will support QA/QC, develop technical papers, and help advance HDR’s employee-owned culture

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and 10+ years of transmission line experience.
• Proficient with PLS-CADD and steel/wood transmission structures.
• Strong written and verbal communication and leadership skills.
• Experience with project management, QA/QC, and multi-location teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute engineering and design components of transmission projects.
• Develop and implement a project execution plan for the technical aspect of transmission projects.
• Mentor, supervise Project Engineers, EITs, Designers, and CAD staff.
• Support scope, schedule, budget, including risk assessment and change management.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Project management

Mentoring

QA/QC

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

PLS-CADD

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? 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.

As a Transmission Line Engineering Manager 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. You will develop a partnership with the Project Manager (PM), whereas the PM is responsible for scope, schedule, budget, and overall client management; you will be responsible for technical execution of the project.

As a Transmission Line Engineering Manager your role will encompass the following:

• Leveraging technical experience and expertise while working in close coordination with a PM, 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.
• 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.
• Other duties as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or Architectural considered), Master's degree a plus.
• PE license preferred.
• 10+ years of transmission line engineering experience in the electric utility and/or renewables industry.
• Transmission line design experience using PLS-CADD, steel and wood transmission structure analysis/design, foundation design, material procurement, specifications, and construction support.
• Exposure to transmission line siting/routing, environmental permitting and right of way acquisition.
• Distribution line design and/or steel lattice tower modeling and design experience 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.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
• Candidates who reside locally are preferred.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 10 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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee 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.) {Boston, MA}: $146,664 - $209,520. {Portland, ME}: $114,000 - $165,870.

Primary Location: United States-Maine-Portland

Other Locations: United States-Massachusetts-Boston, United States-New Hampshire-Manchester

Industry: Power

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Transmission/Distribution Eng

Job Posting: Aug 27, 2026