Transmission Line Project Engineer (PE)

HDR; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,640 - 132,480; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking experienced Transmission Line Project Engineers in Phoenix, AZ. You will be involved in designing high voltage transmission lines and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a PE license, with experience in project execution in the Power sector. The position offers a chance to contribute to sustainable power systems and provides comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required.
• Professional Engineer license is essential.
• Previous experience in project execution in the Power Sector.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed design for transmission lines using designated software.
• Coordinate release packages for construction.
• Guide junior team members and ensure quality control.
• Conduct engineering analyses to propose design options.

Skills

Project management

Transmission line design

Quality control

Engineering analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

PLS CADD

AutoCAD

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.

You will be part of a rapidly growing team wanting to take your career to the next level. Having developed foundational expertise in high voltage transmission lines design, you will be ready to undertake a more complex and responsible role requiring you to work independently while at times, directing, mentoring, training, and/or supervising less-experienced EITs and/or Designers.

Power

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.

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

Primary Responsibilities

• Preparing all technical aspects and deliverables associated with the conceptual and detailed transmission lines design of increasing complexity using PLS‑CADD and foundation design software such as L‑Pile, MFAD or Caisson.
• Coordinating the preparation of construction release packages for high voltage transmission lines including plan and profiles, structure load trees, structure assemblies and details, stringing charts, foundation schedules and details, and bills of material.
• Assigning tasks and providing guidance to junior team members and coordinating quality control reviews for work performed by EITs and/or Designers.
• Identifying and implementing learning opportunities for EITs and/or Designers through such methods as job shadowing, assigning specific project tasks, “show and tell”, lunch n learns and general knowledge sharing.
• Performing quality control reviews of projects from other teams as needed.
• Providing engineering input on specific project design issues and questions.
• Conducting engineering analyses to develop design options.
• Assisting with preparation of cost estimates or specifications.
• Attending client stakeholder meetings and leading design reviews with the client.
• Providing input to the development of project manhours estimates and task schedules.
• Effectively managing multiple tasks for multiple projects while being cognizant of schedule and budget.
• Performing site visits during the design, construction, and as‑built phases of projects, including participating in field reviews or construction observation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to developing project manhour and cost estimates, and schedules.
• Prior experience in foundations design using software such as L‑Pile, Caisson or MFAD preferred.
• Experience working with Renewables developers and/or the interconnection of Renewables a plus.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• 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 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 Locations (Las Vegas & Reno): $80,640.00 - $132,480.00

Primary Location

United States – Nevada – Las Vegas

Other Locations

United States – Arizona – Phoenix

United States – Nevada – Reno

United States – New Mexico – Albuquerque

United States – Arizona – Tucson

Industry

Power

Schedule

Full‑time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Transmission/Distribution Eng

Job Posting

Apr 8, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.