Transmission EIT/Designer
Listed on 2026-02-24
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design & Technologists, Civil Engineering
At HDR Engineering, an industry leading and proud employee‑owned company, we are hiring a Transmission Line EIT/Designer
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As a member of our nationally renowned Power Delivery team, you will work on diverse high‑voltage transmission line projects, ranging from structure replacements to expansive greenfield designs. This is an exciting entry‑level opportunity for a self-driven, enthusiastic, and eager learner individual.
The transmission line industry offers an ever‑changing landscape for professionals seeking challenges and growth opportunities.
Primary Duties- Model, analyze, design, and check Transmission Lines.
- Prepare engineering calculations, analyses, and reports.
- Support Senior Engineers, Project Engineers, and Project Managers to meet project goals and deliverables.
- Develop design sketches, concept drawings and work with CAD Designers to develop construction drawings.
- Participate in field walks to define scope, verify constructability, and/or document existing conditions. These field walks will require occasional short‑term travel (typically 1 to 3 days).
- Assist the preparation of cost estimates, proposals, and specifications.
Typically, Transmission Line design encompass structure spotting and design, conductor sag and blowout calculations, clearances checks, foundation design, hardware selection and fit‑up, and development of bill of materials. The designs also require coordination and providing input to other disciplines to support environmental permitting, right of way acquisition, public involvement, access roads, and construction requirements.
Preferred Qualifications- Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate. Ability to obtain EIT within 12 months.
- Candidates without their EIT will be placed into a Transmission Designer job and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.
- Familiarity or willingness to learn transmission line design software such as PLS‑CADD, PLS‑Pole, and PLS‑Tower.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office.
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture.
- Primary
Location:
United States – Oregon – Portland - Industry: Power
- Schedule:
Full‑time - Employee Status:
Regular - Business Class:
Transmission/Distribution Eng - Job Posting:
Feb 18, 2026
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