About this role
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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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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 Designer I to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals.
The successful candidate will be a part of a team that provides designer support for large and small scale high voltage transmission engineering projects. This is an excellent growth opportunity for a self-directed individual who wants to learn and take on new challenges.
Primary Responsibilities
In the role of Transmission Designer I, we'll count on you to:
Work independently to perform transmission design tasks, CADD design, develop design drawings and documents, perform PLS-CADD modeling and/or analysis, prepare material lists, perform field reviews, and other tasks for simple projects.
Prepare transmission related drawings such as plan and profile drawings, structural details, foundation details, and other engineering drawings.
Perform calculations, reports and designs on transmission line design projects to support engineers.
Understand client standards and complete small projects and simple to moderately complex tasks, exercising judgment in design criteria, evaluation, and design, subject to review by engineers.
Communicate with Project Managers and Project Engineers.
Preferred Qualifications:
Associates or technical school degree or combination of education and relevant experience.
2+ years of experience developing CADD layouts/designs from engineering designs preferred, or equivalent education.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and MicroStation or Inroads etc.
Experience with or ability to learn PLS-CADD transmission line modeling software
Ability to be a lead technician and work closely with engineering staff.
Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Microsoft Office product experience
- General background-related experience
- 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.
Other facts
About HDR
HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No. 6 among the world’s design firms and we’re the largest healthcare design firm. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other’s contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible.
When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.
So, what are you waiting for? Come grow with us.
What you'll do
- The Transmission Line Designer I will perform transmission design tasks, including CADD design and developing design drawings. They will also prepare transmission-related drawings and perform calculations to support engineers.
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