Experience designing and/or reviewing Transmission Design packages. * Experience mentoring and coordinating workshare with multiple area offices. * Strong knowledge of best practices, industry ...
Experience designing and/or reviewing Transmission Design packages. * Experience mentoring and coordinating workshare with multiple area offices. * Strong knowledge of best practices, industry ...
Transmission Line Engineer
Madison, WI · On-site
Transmission Line Engineer ID: 8620 Department: Engineering Location: Madison, WI Description ... These services include planning and systems studies, design and engineering, maintenance and ...
Transmission Line Engineer
Madison, WI · On-site
Transmission Line Engineer ID: 8620 Department: Engineering Location: Madison, WI Description ... These services include planning and systems studies, design and engineering, maintenance and ...
Transmission Line Engineer
Madison, WI · On-site
These services include planning and systems studies, design and engineering, maintenance and ... The Transmission Line Engineer will perform engineering work with a focus on transmission line ...
Transmission Line Engineer
Madison, WI · On-site
These services include planning and systems studies, design and engineering, maintenance and ... The Transmission Line Engineer will perform engineering work with a focus on transmission line ...
WI · On-site
$131.10 - $163.88/hr
Transmission Engineer, Senior (Transmission Planning) Johnson City, TX, US, 78636 Hybrid Work ... Design, implement, maintain and improve electrical instruments, equipment, facilities, components ...
WI · On-site
$131.10 - $163.88/hr
Transmission Engineer, Senior (Transmission Planning) Johnson City, TX, US, 78636 Hybrid Work ... Design, implement, maintain and improve electrical instruments, equipment, facilities, components ...
Transmission Engineer III
Madison, WI · On-site
$93K - $149K/yr
Design or assist in the design of various transmission and distribution line projects. Activities shall include, but not be limited to, the following: • Preliminary design and budgetary estimate ...
Transmission Engineer III
Madison, WI · On-site
$93K - $149K/yr
Design or assist in the design of various transmission and distribution line projects. Activities shall include, but not be limited to, the following: • Preliminary design and budgetary estimate ...
Transmission Line Engineers
Madison, WI · On-site
$90K - $125K/yr
Design transmission line segments using PLS-CADD or other structural design software. * Develop design criteria documents and construction specifications. * Prepare comprehensive construction ...
Transmission Line Engineers
Madison, WI · On-site
$90K - $125K/yr
Design transmission line segments using PLS-CADD or other structural design software. * Develop design criteria documents and construction specifications. * Prepare comprehensive construction ...
Senior Transmission Line Engineer
Brookfield, WI · On-site
$80K - $150K/yr
In this role, you will design overhead transmission projects from concept through construction, playing a key role in shaping the infrastructure that powers communities. Working alongside ...
Senior Transmission Line Engineer
Brookfield, WI · On-site
$80K - $150K/yr
In this role, you will design overhead transmission projects from concept through construction, playing a key role in shaping the infrastructure that powers communities. Working alongside ...
In this role, you will design overhead transmission projects from concept through construction, playing a key role in shaping the infrastructure that powers communities. Working alongside ...
In this role, you will design overhead transmission projects from concept through construction, playing a key role in shaping the infrastructure that powers communities. Working alongside ...
Transmission Line Engineer
Green Bay, WI · On-site
Responsibilities include the conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new and upgraded transmission lines, including material procurement and construction support through line ...
Transmission Line Engineer
Green Bay, WI · On-site
Responsibilities include the conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new and upgraded transmission lines, including material procurement and construction support through line ...
Responsibilities include the conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new and upgraded transmission lines, including material procurement and construction support through line ...
Responsibilities include the conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new and upgraded transmission lines, including material procurement and construction support through line ...
Responsibilities include the conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new and upgraded transmission lines, including material procurement and construction support through line ...
Responsibilities include the conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new and upgraded transmission lines, including material procurement and construction support through line ...
Transmission Line Engineer
Madison, WI · On-site
Responsibilities include the conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new and upgraded transmission lines, including material procurement and construction support through line ...
Transmission Line Engineer
Madison, WI · On-site
Responsibilities include the conceptual, preliminary and final detailed design of new and upgraded transmission lines, including material procurement and construction support through line ...
Manage and oversee engineering consultants performing planning studies, design support, needs ... Coordinate transmission and substation outage sequencing with System Operations and project teams ...
Manage and oversee engineering consultants performing planning studies, design support, needs ... Coordinate transmission and substation outage sequencing with System Operations and project teams ...
Planning Engineer I (Transmission Projects)
La Crosse, WI · On-site
$77/hr
Manage and oversee engineering consultants performing planning studies, design support, needs ... Coordinate transmission and substation outage sequencing with System Operations and project teams ...
Planning Engineer I (Transmission Projects)
La Crosse, WI · On-site
$77/hr
Manage and oversee engineering consultants performing planning studies, design support, needs ... Coordinate transmission and substation outage sequencing with System Operations and project teams ...
Civil Designer
Madison, WI · On-site
Extensive experience in drafting disciplines with a background in civil / structural or transmission design is strongly preferred. Experience with AutoCAD 2010 or newer is required. Experience with ...
Civil Designer
Madison, WI · On-site
Extensive experience in drafting disciplines with a background in civil / structural or transmission design is strongly preferred. Experience with AutoCAD 2010 or newer is required. Experience with ...
Lead and coordinate preliminary collection system, substation and transmission design, as well as electrical and civil design basis of assigned projects. * Help facilitate preliminary engineering ...
Lead and coordinate preliminary collection system, substation and transmission design, as well as electrical and civil design basis of assigned projects. * Help facilitate preliminary engineering ...
Engineering Technician
Fond Du Lac, WI · On-site
$47K - $73K/yr
Familiar with transmission design and mechanical / hydraulic clutch design. * Familiar with data acquisition hardware and software. The anticipated pay range for this position is $47,000 - $73,800 ...
Engineering Technician
Fond Du Lac, WI · On-site
$47K - $73K/yr
Familiar with transmission design and mechanical / hydraulic clutch design. * Familiar with data acquisition hardware and software. The anticipated pay range for this position is $47,000 - $73,800 ...
Civil Designer
Madison, WI · On-site
Extensive experience in drafting disciplines with a background in civil / structural or transmission design is strongly preferred. Experience with AutoCAD 2010 or newer is required. Experience with ...
Civil Designer
Madison, WI · On-site
Extensive experience in drafting disciplines with a background in civil / structural or transmission design is strongly preferred. Experience with AutoCAD 2010 or newer is required. Experience with ...
Engineering Technician
Fond Du Lac, WI · On-site
$47K - $73K/yr
Familiar with transmission design and mechanical / hydraulic clutch design. * Familiar with data acquisition hardware and software. The anticipated pay range for this position is $47,000 - $73,800 ...
Engineering Technician
Fond Du Lac, WI · On-site
$47K - $73K/yr
Familiar with transmission design and mechanical / hydraulic clutch design. * Familiar with data acquisition hardware and software. The anticipated pay range for this position is $47,000 - $73,800 ...
CAD Designer
Milwaukee, WI · On-site
The demand for our transmissions remains strong no matter the economy. Our work reduces waste ... Design and develop a variety of remanufacturing aids, including jigs, fixtures, gauges, carts, and ...
CAD Designer
Milwaukee, WI · On-site
The demand for our transmissions remains strong no matter the economy. Our work reduces waste ... Design and develop a variety of remanufacturing aids, including jigs, fixtures, gauges, carts, and ...
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$32.8K - $49.6K
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What is the difference between Transmission Design vs Power Systems Engineer?
| Aspect | Transmission Design | Power Systems Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | PE License, EIT, relevant engineering degrees | PE License, EIT, relevant engineering degrees |
| Work Environment | Designing high-voltage lines, substations, and grid infrastructure | Analyzing and optimizing electrical power systems, including generation and distribution |
| Industry Usage | Primarily in utilities, transmission companies, and infrastructure projects | Utilities, power generation, and grid management companies |
Transmission Design focuses on creating and planning high-voltage transmission lines and infrastructure, while Power Systems Engineers analyze and optimize entire electrical power systems. Both roles require similar credentials and often work within the same industry, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.
What are some common challenges faced by professionals in transmission design roles, and how can they be effectively managed?

HDR rating
9.1
Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
40th of 446 rated engineering
Job description
HDR Engineering is looking for an Area Transmission Business Class Leader to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery Professionals. This position will directly report to corresponding Area Operations Leadership and have a dashed reporting line up to our Global Transmission Business Class Lead. This position will focus on technical excellence within the Transmission Business Class in their respective area/region as well as technical delivery of projects.
Professional Services is the "technical and project execution leadership" element of the Resources Business Group -- the entity responsible to the Business Group President for creating a team of industry-recognized professional practitioners who are competitive in their respective marketplace, capable of solving our client's challenges at competitive costs, reliable in the execution of quality professional services and client deliverables, and successful in the leadership and delivery of contracted services.
The Area Transmission Business Class Leader (ABCL) provides subject-matter guidance, an industry recognized reputation for professional accomplishment, and a strongly recognized internal reputation of leadership within HDR. The ABCL provides HDR's Global Transmission Business Class with an area focused technical leader who will lead or support business class initiatives as well as support our area and regional operations teams.
Duties also include:
- Responsible for staff development and mentorship including deploying technical onboarding, internal and external technical and/or business class training content, and technical mentorship for Area BC staff.
- Participates in internal and/or external technical working groups or practice groups.
- Leads the implementation of technical standards, guidelines, tools, and recommended practices within their respective Area.
- Facilitates project-level lessons learned meetings or workshops.
- Facilitates the identification of project delivery team requirements (experience, expertise, availability) for critical projects
- Partners with Area Leadership to support area level technical and delivery staff recruitment and retention
- Participates and supports the local area/region in Go/No-Go's, proposal development, and strategic pursuits within the Transmission Business Class.
- Leads proposal technical reviews.
- Drives HDR's Quality Processes and Procedures including implementing business class specific quality process enhancements and leading Project Approach and Resource Review (PARR) meetings.
- Achieves a 70% to 75% utilization goal by actively leading or supporting projects.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Active participant in ongoing technical working groups (both internally and externally)
- Subject Matter Expert or strong knowledge of a variety of Transmission Design concepts.
- Experience designing and/or reviewing Transmission Design packages.
- Experience mentoring and coordinating workshare with multiple area offices.
- Strong knowledge of best practices, industry standards, and codes related to Transmission Design
- General knowledge and experience with Transmission Design software
- Knowledge and experience that align with Area and Regional clients, stakeholders, and regional industry standards/committees
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or closely related field
- 10 years of experience
- Committed to quality, improvement and HDR values
- Maintains a professional or engineering registration and has related technical experience
- Experienced in development and management of diverse teams
- Works cooperatively with other area business class leaders, operations managers, technical directors and marketing managers on business class efforts
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
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.
About HDR
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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