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Transmission Line Project Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

HDR Engineering is looking for a Transmission Line Project Engineer in Chicago, Illinois to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals. The primary duties of a ...

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Transmission Line Project Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

HDR Engineering is currently seeking a Transmission Line Project Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals. Primary Responsibilities You will be part of ...

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Transmission Line Project Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

HDR Engineering is looking for a Transmission Line Project Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals in Ann Arbor, MI. The primary duties of a ...

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Transmission Line Project Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

HDR Engineering is looking for a Transmission Line Project Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals in Ann Arbor, MI. The primary duties of a ...

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Transmission Line Project Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

HDR Engineering is currently seeking a Transmission Line Project Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals. Primary Responsibilities You will be part of ...

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Transmission Line Project Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

HDR Engineering is looking for a Transmission Line Project Engineer in Chicago, Illinois to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals. The primary duties of a ...

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Transmission Line Project Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

Primary Responsibilities In the role of Transmission Line Project Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Conducting analyses to develop design options. * Performing PLS-CADD modelingr calculations and ...

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Transmission Line Project Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

Primary Responsibilities In the role of Transmission Line Project Engineer, we'll count on you to: * Conducting analyses to develop design options. * Performing PLS-CADD modelingr calculations and ...

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As of Jun 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for transmission line project engineer in the United States is $122,133.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,500.00 and $153,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Transmission Line Project Engineer, you need a strong background in electrical or civil engineering, experience with transmission line design, and typically a relevant engineering degree and Professional Engineer (PE) license. Proficiency with industry-standard design software such as PLS-CADD, AutoCAD, and familiarity with project management tools is essential. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and team leadership skills help you effectively coordinate with stakeholders and manage complex projects. These abilities are crucial for ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of power transmission projects.

What are some typical challenges Transmission Line Project Engineers face during project execution?

Transmission Line Project Engineers often encounter challenges such as managing complex logistics for equipment and materials, coordinating with multiple stakeholders including utilities, contractors, and regulatory agencies, and ensuring compliance with evolving safety and environmental standards. Balancing project timelines with unforeseen site conditions or permitting delays is also common. Effective communication, adaptability, and strong problem-solving skills are essential to navigate these hurdles and keep projects on track.

What does a Transmission Line Project Engineer do?

A Transmission Line Project Engineer is responsible for the planning, design, and management of high-voltage transmission line projects that transport electricity over long distances. Their duties include conducting site assessments, preparing technical drawings and specifications, coordinating with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and overseeing project schedules and budgets. They play a key role in ensuring that transmission infrastructure is efficient, reliable, and completed on time and within budget.
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Transmission Line Project Engineer

Transmission Line Project Engineer

HDR

Chicago, IL • On-site

Other

Posted 26 days ago

HDR rating

9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

20th of 351 rated engineering

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?

We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you'll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You'll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.
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 Line Project Engineer in Chicago, Illinois to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals.

The primary duties of a Transmission Line Project Engineer include, in partnership with the Project Manager (PM), responsibility for technical execution of high voltage electrical transmission line projects of any size and complexity on schedule, within budget, and meeting HDR and client quality standards. A Project Engineer is responsible for technical execution of a project.  Experience with overhead transmission line design and construction from 69kV thru 500kV preferred. 

In the role of Power Engineer, we'll count on you to:
  • Leads overall technical direction of projects.
  • Scope and schedule support to the PM, including work breakdown structure development and implementation, change management, and schedule management.
  • Budget support to the PM for proposal development, progress assessment, and change management.
  • Ability to lead multiple projects concurrently, utilizing teams in different locations.
  • Must thoroughly understand and implement the HDR Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements, processes, and procedures to deliver a world class quality product to the client.
  • Supports scheduling for and/or performs quality reviews for all deliverables.  Ensures appropriate reviewer(s) are assigned.
  • Participates in quality control or project reviews for peers and other project teams.
  • Coordinates with operations leaders and PM for resource planning and management.
  • Works independently as required and may direct, mentor, train, and/or supervise one or more EIT's, CADD/Designers, and administrative staff.
  • Independently coordinates the work of engineers and the balance of the team throughout an entire project life cycle.
  • May be engaged in a mentoring/training relationship with one or more junior engineers or designers.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience using PLS-CADD, structure analysis, project cost estimates, plan and profile preparation, load and designs, specifications and drawings, and other engineering documents required for power transmission line projects.
  • National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) knowledge.
  • Preference will be given to local candidates.
  • Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm.
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.

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Specialized design services

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5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1917

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