Transmission Line Engineering Manager

About the role

As a Transmission Line Engineering Manager in HDR's Power Delivery practice, you'll lead, guide, and advise clients, projects, and teams on high voltage Transmission Line projects. You'll work closely with the Project Manager to manage and execute the engineering and design components of transmission projects.

Responsibilities

• Leverage technical experience and expertise to manage and execute the engineering and design components of transmission projects.
• Develop and implement a project execution plan for the technical aspect of transmission projects.
• Manage and mentor a team of Project Engineers, EITs, Designers, CADD technicians, and administrative staff.
• Support the technical aspects of scope, schedule, and budget, including proposal development, work breakdown structure development and implementation, progress assessment, risk assessment/mitigation, change management, and schedule management.
• Participate in the QA/QC process on projects per HDR’s Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements.
• Lead multiple projects concurrently, utilizing teams in different locations.
• Identify and develop specific technical expertise under the guidance of senior engineers and technical leaders.
• Attend training and seminars focused on further developing and understanding complex concepts related to the transmission industry.
• Assist with the development of technical papers and/or presentations for industry conferences or other events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or Architectural considered), Master's degree a plus.
• PE license preferred.
• 10+ years of transmission line engineering experience in the electric utility and/or renewables industry.
• Experience using PLS-CADD, steel and wood transmission structure analysis/design, foundation design, material procurement, specifications, and construction support.
• Exposure to transmission line siting/routing, environmental permitting and right of way acquisition.
• Experience with distribution line design and/or steel lattice tower modeling and design.
• Track record of working cooperatively with diverse teams; regional, department, and technical managers; and project staff.
• Experience working with Renewables developers and/or the interconnection of Renewables.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 10 years experience.
• Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Good leadership and organizational skills.

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Our Commitment

• We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
• We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.