Transmission EIT​/Designer

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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.

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 is an exciting and rapidly evolving field, characterized by its dynamic nature and high demand. With continuous changes in technology and its crucial role in our energy infrastructure, it offers an ever-changing landscape for professionals seeking challenges and growth opportunities.

• 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 encompasses 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.

• 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

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.

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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Location:

United States-Oregon-Portland

Industry: Power

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Transmission/Distribution Eng

Job Posting: Feb 18, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.