Transmission Line Project Engineer

HDR, Inc.; Virginia, Glen Allen (MN, MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Transmission Line Engineer to contribute to impactful projects in the power sector. This role offers a fantastic growth opportunity for a self-directed individual eager to tackle new challenges. You will lead design projects, perform engineering calculations, and collaborate with a talented team to ensure code compliance and project success. Join a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and make a difference in communities across the nation. If you are passionate about engineering and want to be part of a dynamic team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in transmission line design.
• Must have a PE license and Bachelor's in Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed design tasks and engineering calculations.
• Lead transmission line design projects and coordinate with teams.
• Conduct field reviews and assist in cost estimates.

Skills

Transmission Line Design

Engineering Calculations

Project Coordination

Civil Design

Effective Communication

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

PLS-CADD

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Engineering Math Software

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.

The successful candidate will be a part of a team that provides design support for large, medium, and small-scale substation engineering projects. This is an excellent growth opportunity for a self-directed individual who wants to learn and take on new challenges.

In the role of Transmission Line Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Perform routine and detailed design tasks.


• Perform analysis, engineering calculations, and developing construction documents for a variety of structures.


• Lead transmission line design projects and coordinate with engineering staff, clients, and project managers.


• May assist in verifying code compliance, quality checks, meeting project schedules and budget as well as coordinate the civil/structural engineering work with other disciplines and CAD designers.


• Experience or desire to perform civil design for site utilities and overhead lines.


• The candidate may work on the conceptual and detailed design activities for power, industrial and institutional projects.


• Must be capable of effective communication; work in a team-oriented manner and possess analytical and organizational skills.


• Conducting analyses to develop design options.


• Assisting with preparing cost estimates or specifications.


• Perform routine engineering and design tasks.


• Participate in field reviews or construction observation.

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cvil or Mechanical Engineering.


• 5+ years of transmission line design experience.


• Experience using PLS-CADD, performing structure analysis, preparing project cost estimates, plan and profile preparation, performing design optimization, preparing specifications and drawings, and other engineering documents required for power transmission line projects.


• Overhead power transmission is the focus of this position although any underground transmission experience would be helpful.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Engineering Math Software.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Some travel may be required.


• Preference given to local candidates

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.

Primary Location:United States-Virginia-Glen Allen

Other Locations:United States-Virginia-Roanoke, United States-Virginia-Vienna

Industry:Power

Schedule:Full-time

Employee Status:Regular

BusinessClass:Transmission/Distribution Eng

Job Posting:Apr 15, 2025