Transmission Line Intern

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HDR is currently seeking a Transmission Line Intern to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals. The successful candidate will be an integral part of a team that executes technical design on high voltage transmission line engineering projects ranging in scale from simple structure replacements to large greenfield design projects. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for a self-directed individual who is eager to learn and take on new challenges.

The primary duties of a Transmission Line Intern include preparation of engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports and designs for high voltage transmission lines under the direction and supervision of more senior engineers and designers. Duties may include:

• Work under the direction of Project Manager(s) and Project Engineer(s).
• Conduct analyses to develop design options, perform modeling and/or 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 and project specifications and requirements.
• Participate in field reviews or constructions observation

Typical designs include structure design, structure spotting, conductor sag and blowout calculations, foundation design, hardware selection and fit-up, and development of bill of materials. Designs must also consider environmental permitting, right of way acquisition, public involvement, access roads, and construction requirements.

Occasional short-term travel (typically 1-5 days) may be necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering with 3.0+ GPA
• Knowledge of Microstation and/or AutoCAD a plus.
• Familiarity or willingness to learn transmission line design software such as PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, and PLS-Tower.
• Local candidates