Transmission EIT/Designer

HDR•Billings, MT

34d

About The Position

HDR Engineering is seeking a Transmission EIT/Transmission Designer to join its Power Delivery team. This entry-level opportunity involves technical design work on high-voltage transmission line projects, ranging from structure replacements to large greenfield projects. The role prepares engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports, and designs under the direction and supervision of senior engineers and designers. Typical design work includes structure design and spotting, conductor sag and blowout calculations, foundation design, hardware selection and fit-up, and bills of materials. Designs must account for environmental permitting, right-of-way acquisition, public involvement, access roads, and construction requirements. Occasional short-term travel, typically one to five days, may be needed; longer assignments lasting several weeks may be required infrequently. Candidates without an Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate may be hired as a Transmission Designer and are expected to obtain their EIT for career progression. HDR describes itself as an employee-owned company with a collaborative and inclusive culture.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
Computer skills in Microsoft Office.
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in HDR's employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate. Candidates hired as a Transmission Designer without an EIT are expected to obtain it for career progression.

Responsibilities

Prepare engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports, and designs for high-voltage transmission lines under the direction and supervision of senior engineers and designers.
Perform structural analysis and design of steel structures, foundations, and support systems in compliance with applicable codes, including ASCE, ACI, AISC, IEEE, and NESC.
Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of materials.
Review vendor shop drawings for conformance to construction documents.
Coordinate with electrical, civil, and protection and control engineers to develop integrated design solutions.
Conduct site visits for data collection, constructability reviews, and field engineering support.
Support project management activities, including scope development, scheduling, budgeting, and client communication.
Work under the direction of Project Managers and Project Engineers.
Conduct analyses to develop design options, perform modeling and calculations, and prepare design sketches and concept drawings.
Work with Designers and CAD Technicians to develop construction drawings in accordance with national design standards, safety codes, project specifications, and requirements.
Assist with preparing cost estimates or specifications.
Participate in field reviews or construction observation.
Develop designs that account for environmental permitting, right-of-way acquisition, public involvement, access roads, and construction requirements.