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Transmission Project Engineer

Saint Louis Park, MN · On-site

HDR Engineering is looking for a Transmission Project Engineer to join our growing and nationally ... Assigns tasks and provides guidance to junior team members and coordinates QC reviews for work ...

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Transmission Project Engineer

Boise, ID · On-site

The primary duties of a Transmission Project Engineer include, in partnership with the Project ... May be engaged in a mentoring/training relationship with one or more junior engineers or designers.

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As of Jul 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior transmission engineer in the United States is $71,799.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Junior Transmission Engineer vs Transmission Technician?

AspectJunior Transmission EngineerTransmission Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in electrical or telecommunications engineeringTechnical diploma or certification in transmission systems
Work EnvironmentDesign, planning, and supervision of transmission projectsInstallation, maintenance, and repair of transmission equipment
Employer & Industry UsageUtilities, telecom companies, infrastructure firmsUtilities, telecom service providers, maintenance firms
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The main difference between a Junior Transmission Engineer and a Transmission Technician lies in their roles and responsibilities. Junior Transmission Engineers focus on planning, design, and project supervision, requiring a degree in engineering. Transmission Technicians handle hands-on installation and maintenance, often with technical certifications. Both roles are essential in the transmission industry but serve different stages of transmission system management.

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Transmission Project Engineer

Transmission Project Engineer

HDR

Saint Louis Park, MN

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Re-posted 29 days ago

HDR rating

9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the 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. 

HDR Engineering is looking for a Transmission Project Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals in our Madison, WI  and Saint Louis Park, MN office.

The primary duties of the Transmission Project Engineer include responsibility for knowledge and execution of the technical aspects and deliverables of projects assigned and is an experienced, competent engineer who generally understands and can complete all technical requirements of transmission line projects of basic to moderate complexity. Assigns tasks and provides guidance to junior team members and coordinates QC reviews for work performed by junior level engineers and/or designers. The Project Engineer will also be responsible for quality control reviews of projects from other teams on an as needed basis. The Project Engineer works independently and may direct, mentor, train, and/or supervise efforts of less-experienced EIT's and/or Designers.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Conducting analyses to develop design options.
  • Performing PLS-CADD modeling and/or calculations.
  • Assisting with preparing cost estimates or specifications.
  • Perform routine engineering and design tasks.
  • Participate in field reviews or construction observation.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications

  • Masters degree in Engineering

  • A minimum of 3 years experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector

  • Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm

  • Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm desired

  • Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired but not required

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: 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.

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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.

Industry

Specialized design services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1917

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