Transmission Line Engineering Manager

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 Group

Join our team at HDR Engineering, a leading industry player and an employee-owned company, as we seek to hire a Transmission Line Engineering Manager. We are looking for candidates with a minimum of 8 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 lead the technical execution of a diverse array of high-voltage transmission line projects and manage the technical relationship with clients. Additionally, you will contribute to the growth and development of transmission line team by mentoring, supervising, and providing training.

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 Engineering Manager, we'll count on you to:

• Manage and execute engineering and design of transmission projects.
• Develop project execution plans to perform deliver technical deliverables of transmission projects.
• 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 Project Engineers, Engineers-In-Training (EITs) and designers.
• Perform QA/QC reviews.
• 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.
• Coordinate and provide input to other disciplines to support environmental permitting, right of way acquisition, public involvement, access roads, and construction requirements.
• Support Project and Department Managers to meet project and department performance goals.
• Assist with developing technical papers and/or presentations that showcase HDR's technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events.

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 with the ability to obtain an Oregon and Washington PE license within 6 months of hiring.
• A minimum of 8 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.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven leadership and management skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree a plus.
• Experience with distribution line and systems design.
• Prior Experience with Project and Program management.
• 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.

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.

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