Transmission Line Project Engineer

HDR, Inc.

United States, Oregon, Portland

Dec 28, 2024

About HDR

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

About Our Transmission Line Program

Join our team at HDR Engineering, a leading industry player and an employee-owned company, as we seek to hire a Transmission Line Project Engineer. We are looking for candidates with a minimum of 5 years of experience in transmission line design and a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.

As a valued member of our nationally recognized Power Delivery team, you will have the opportunity to work independently on a diverse array of high-voltage transmission line projects. Additionally, you will actively contribute to the growth and development of emerging engineers by mentoring, supervising, and providing training. This role offers exciting prospects and substantial growth potential for individuals who are self-driven, enthusiastic, and eager to lead.

The transmission line industry is a dynamic and rapidly evolving field, marked by its dynamic nature and high demand. With ongoing technological advancements and global efforts towards decarbonization, transmission lines play a pivotal role in our energy infrastructure. This industry offers an exciting landscape for professionals in search of challenges and opportunities for growth.

Primary Responsibilities

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

Design transmission lines using PLS-CADD.
Coordinate, issue, and stamp Transmission Line construction packages. The packages typically will include plan and profiles, stringing charts, structure and foundation drawings, load trees, hardware drawings, phasing diagrams, and more.
Assign tasks and provide guidance to junior team members.
Check and perform quality control reviews for work prepared by junior engineers and designers.
Identify and implement learning opportunities for junior team members.
Prepare cost estimates and proposals.
Originate and/or check design criteria, specifications, and scoping documents.
Manage relationship with clients and conduct design review and coordination meetings.
Monitor project schedule and budget.
Conduct field walks to define scope, verify constructability, and/or document existing conditions. These field walks will require occasional short-term travel (typically 1 to 3 days).
Coordinate and provide input to other disciplines to support environmental permitting, right of way acquisition, public involvement, access roads, and construction requirements.
* Support Engineering and Project Managers to meet project and department goals and deliverables.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering.
Experience interpreting and applying industry design codes such as NESC, IEEE, ASCE and ACI.
PE license required with the ability to obtain an Oregon and Washington PE license within 6 months of hiring.
A minimum of 5 years of transmission line engineering experience.
Proficiency using PLS-CADD,
Proven experience performing analysis of transmission structures, preparing specifications, and originating engineering drawings for transmission line projects.
Experience communicating and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, including environmental, real estate, construction, maintenance, substation, and project management.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Preferred Qualifications

Proficiency in Lattice steel structure design software such as Tower and/or ATADS.
Experience in foundation design using software such as LPile, Caisson and/or MFAD.
Master's degree in related field preferred.

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for; it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

Primary Location : United States-Oregon-Portland

Other Locations : United States-Oregon-Bend

Industry : Power

Schedule : Full-time

Employee Status : Regular

BusinessClass : Transmission/Distribution Eng

Job Posting : Nov 17, 2023