Transmission Line Project Engineer

HDR, Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, California, Irvine
3230 El Camino Real Ste 200 (Show on map)
Jul 08, 2025
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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our 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. Primary Responsibilities In the role of Transmission Line Project Engineer, we'll count on you to: Conducting analyses to develop design options. Performing PLS-CADD modelingr calculations and analyses. Assisting with preparing cost estimates or specifications. Perform routine to moderately complex engineering and design tasks. Lead design teams to develop and complete full construction packages for transmission line projects. Participate in field reviews or construction observation. Train and mentor junior and entry level engineers. Coordinate work of the electrical design team on large institutional/industrial projects through the schematic design development and contract document phase of a project Establish meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance Coordinate workload to complete deliverables on schedule Conduct work sessions at the project site in conjunction with the Project Manager and other disciplines Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, CPRs and change orders, and take responsibility to incorporate agreed-upon changes into the project documents Conduct QA/QC QC for transmission projects Perform other duties as needed #LI-JF1 Keywords: Transmission Line Engineer, PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, PLS-TOWER Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Engineering A minimum of 3 years experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering preferred Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm desired Familiarity with NESC and GO 95 codes.Familiarity with PLS-TOWER and/or SAPS modules of PLS-CADD Previous experience with utility industry or engineering consulting firms desired. Preference will be given to local candidates. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) 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.) {Pay Transparency Location1}: $93,000- $132,000 {Pay Primary Location : United States-California-Irvine Other Locations : United States-California-Los Angeles Industry : Power Schedule : Full-time Employee Status : Regular BusinessClass : Transmission/Distribution Eng Job Posting : Jun 13, 2025