HDR

Transmission Line Project Engineer (PE)

HDR$80K — $110K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license
  • Experience in Power Market Sector project execution
  • Proficiency in design software (e.g., PLS-CADD, AutoCAD)
  • Commitment to an employee-owned culture

Responsibilities

  • Prepare technical deliverables for transmission line designs using relevant software
  • Coordinate construction release packages for high voltage transmission lines
  • Assign tasks and mentor junior engineers and designers
  • Identify learning opportunities for EITs through various training methods
  • Review and ensure quality control of project work from junior team members
  • Provide engineering input for design-related project issues
  • Conduct engineering analyses for design options

Benefits

  • Employee-owned culture fostering collaboration and participation
  • Opportunity for career advancement in a rapidly growing team
  • Access to industry-leading engineers and experts
  • Involvement in significant infrastructure projects impacting energy delivery
  • Engagement in innovative design and sustainable energy solutions
Full Job Description
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 Responsibilitie 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. As a Transmission Line Project Engineer your role will encompass the following:  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 Qualification  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. #LI-JM8 Qualifications 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

About HDR

HDR is an architecture, engineering, and consulting firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. The company was founded in 1917 as Henningson Engineering Company and has since grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. HDR provides a wide range of services, including architecture, engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management. The company has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the Hoover Dam Bypass and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. HDR is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area by organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council.
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10,000 employees
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Founded
1917

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