Overview
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HDR Engineering is currently seeking a Substation Project Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals.
Opportunities are available in these preferred locations :
AustinAnn ArborBoiseBismarkBillingsCharlotteChicagoDenverIrvineFort WorthHoustonHonoluluKansas CityMadisonMinneapolisMissoulaOmahaPhoenixPortland (OR & ME)RichmondRaleighSacramento / FolsomSan DiegoSeattleSpokaneSt LouisSyracuseResponsibilities
Support preparing scopes, schedules, and budgets, and ensure that schedules and budgets are metUnderstands physical substation design including yard layouts, plans, sections and details, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, interior and exterior raceways, auxiliary AC / DC power systems, and associated bills of materialUnderstands protection and control design including panel arrangements, one lines / single lines, three lines, AC / DC schematics, equipment wiring and relay panel wiringPrepare calculations for studies and reports (grounding, lighting protection, AC / DC load studies, etc.)Prepare equipment specifications for procurement and / or factory acceptance testingCoordinate design activities with other departments (Civil / Structural, Networks, Transmission Line, etc.)Effectively communicate and coordinate project activities with manager, clients, and others as neededWorks independently and may direct, mentor, train, and / or supervise efforts of less-experienced EITs and / or DesignersPreferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineeringMinimum 4 years of experience in substation designSpecific experience performing aspects associated with substation design, including : One Line Diagrams, General Arrangements, Sections, Grounding, Conduit Plans, Foundation Plans, Material Lists, Relay and Control Systems, Control Schematics, and Wiring DiagramsStrong computer skills Microsoft Office and electrical design softwareSome travel may be requiredExperience with substation design for 12kV through 500kV desired, experience through 765kV an added benefitPrevious experience with an architectural / engineering or engineering consulting firm desiredRequired Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) licensePrevious experience in project execution within the Power Market SectorComputer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit)An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned cultureWhat 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.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) The targeted salary range for this position (based on experience and location) is $76,608 - $158,976. New Jersey is $92,736.00 - $144,000.00.
Locations
Primary Location : United States-Arizona-PhoenixOther Locations :United States-Texas-Round Rock
United States-North Carolina-CharlotteUnited States-Pennsylvania-BethlehemUnited States-Oregon-SalemUnited States-Maryland-BaltimoreUnited States-Montana-MissoulaUnited States-Texas-HoustonUnited States-California-IrvineUnited States-Wisconsin-MadisonUnited States-New York-BuffaloUnited States-Washington-TacomaUnited States-Nevada-RenoUnited States-Colorado-Fort CollinsUnited States-California-FolsomUnited States-Oregon-PortlandUnited States-Montana-BozemanUnited States-Colorado-DurangoUnited States-Washington-SeattleUnited States-Nevada-Las VegasUnited States-Montana-BillingsUnited States-Texas-DallasUnited States-Montana-HelenaUnited States-Washington-SpokaneUnited States-Virginia-ArlingtonUnited States-Washington-PascoUnited States-Texas-AustinUnited States-California-ClaremontUnited States-Massachusetts-BostonUnited States-Colorado-DenverUnited States-Oregon-BendUnited States-Missouri-St LouisUnited States-Arizona-TucsonUnited States-Arkansas-Little RockUnited States-Pennsylvania-MechanicsburgUnited States-Washington-OlympiaUnited States-Washington-VancouverUnited States-Colorado-Colorado SpringsUnited States-Wisconsin-MilwaukeeUnited States-Hawaii-HonoluluUnited States-Maryland-FultonUnited States-Kentucky-LouisvilleUnited States-Georgia-AtlantaUnited States-South Carolina-GreenvilleUnited States-Illinois-ChicagoUnited States-California-Los AngelesUnited States-Idaho-BoiseUnited States-North Carolina-RaleighUnited States-Texas-San AntonioUnited States-West Virginia-CharlestonUnited States-Connecticut-HartfordIndustry
Power
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
Business Class
Substation Engineering
Job Posting
Mar 11, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https : / / www.hdrinc.com / equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management, Consulting, and Engineering
Industries
Power, Utilities, and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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