Transmission Line Engineering Manager

HDR, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm seeks an experienced Engineering Professional in St. Louis to lead transmission project execution. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, at least 10 years of relevant experience, and a professional engineering license. Responsibilities include managing project components, mentoring team members, and ensuring quality through established management systems. This full-time position offers opportunities for leadership and development within the power sector.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in engineering.
• Professional engineering license recognized by local licensing board.
• Extensive experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering and design components of transmission projects.
• Develop and implement project execution plans.
• Mentor and supervise project team members.
• Coordinate and lead the QA/QC process per quality management systems.

Skills

Project execution experience

Technical leadership

Microsoft Office proficiency

Standard Power Market Sector design software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

PLS CAD

AutoCAD

Plant 3D

AutoPipe

Revit

Job description

HDR values inclusion and a culture where employees are engaged and empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work each day.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Assume technical lead within a project execution team.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in Engineering.
• Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm.
• Established client relationships.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience.
• Professional engineering license recognized by local licensing board (e.g., PE or P.Eng).
• Extensive experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and standard Power Market Sector design software (e.g., PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, Revit).
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture.

Job Details

• Primary Location: United States – Missouri – St. Louis
• Industry: Power
• Schedule: Full‑time
• Employee Status: Regular
• BusinessClass: Transmission/Distribution Eng
• Job Posting: Feb 26, 2026