Epc Process Engineer Jobs in Beaverton, OR (NOW HIRING)

The Transmission Line EPC Program Lead will drive the technical delivery and execution of transmission line scope within large multidisciplinary EPC infrastructure programs.

• Assume leadership responsibility for the transmission line scope within large, multidisciplinary EPC infrastructure programs, focusing on technical delivery, coordination, and execution alongside contractor partners.
• Advise clients on the technical, regulatory, and execution aspects of transmission line development, including routing, design, permitting, constructability, right‑of‑way, outage planning, and material strategy.
• Plan, direct, and monitor all aspects of transmission line scope execution in partnership with the EPC contractor responsible for construction. Responsibilities include oversight and coordination of:
  • Routing and siting
  • Engineering (structures, foundations, conductor selection, line ratings)
  • Environmental planning and compliance
  • Right‑of‑way and land acquisition support
  • Procurement support and materials coordination
  • Construction support and field coordination
  • Outage coordination and commissioning support
• Serve as the primary transmission interface between the owner, engineering teams, and the EPC contractor to ensure alignment on design intent, execution strategy, and constructability.
• Coordinate closely with substation, real‑estate, and environmental teams to ensure seamless integration across the broader program.
• Anticipate and identify risks and issues specific to transmission line delivery, including permitting constraints, land access, material lead times, contractor execution challenges, and outage limitations. Support the client in issue resolution, risk mitigation, and timely decision‑making.
• Develop and implement execution plans, work processes, and tools specific to the transmission line scope to improve efficiency, enhance coordination with the contractor, and maintain transparency.
• Provide oversight of design and construction activities performed by others, ensuring compliance with client requirements, industry standards, and program QA/QC expectations.
• Direct and coordinate a multidisciplinary team of HDR staff and sub‑consultants. Promote alignment through effective communication and ensure resources are in place to meet scope and contract requirements.
• Monitor scope, schedule, and budget performance for the transmission line portion of the program, while ensuring conformance with contract documents. Support change management processes and ensure alignment with overall program goals.
• Engage with clients, utilities, agencies, and stakeholders to support permitting, approvals, communication, and resolution of technical and execution challenges.
• Mentor and develop staff working on transmission line projects and programs.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Professional Engineering (PE) License
• Significant experience in transmission line design and/or EPC delivery
• Experience delivering or overseeing high‑voltage transmission line projects (115 kV–500 kV+)
• Strong understanding of transmission line design standards, permitting processes, and construction methods
• Experience working collaboratively with EPC contractors or construction partners
• Familiarity with alternative delivery models (EPC, P3, DBFOM)
• Experience working within a Program Management Office (PMO) environment
• PMP certification
• Willingness to travel and support project and field coordination activities

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 10 years of related experience
• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, and project management software
• Excellent organizational, project management, and communication (both written and verbal) skills
• Commitment to active participation in our employee‑owned culture
• U.S. citizenship (required for this government contract position)

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, or conviction records.