Electrical Distribution Project Engineer
HDR Engineering is currently seeking an Electrical Distribution Project Engineer to join our growing team of Power Delivery professionals. Opportunities are available across multiple locations in the United States.
Primary Responsibilities
- Preparing all technical aspects and deliverables for the conceptual and detailed design of overhead and underground electric power distribution systems, distribution system planning, lighting design, grounding and lightning protection.
- Coordinating the preparation of construction packages for overhead and underground distribution lines, including plan and profile drawings, structure assemblies and details, stringing charts, staking tables, bills of material, and other applicable details.
- Assigning tasks and providing guidance to junior team members and coordinating quality control reviews for work performed by EITs and / or Designers.
- Identifying and implementing learning opportunities for EITs and / or Designers through methods such as job shadowing, project tasks, "show and tell", lunch n learns and knowledge sharing.
- Performing quality control reviews of projects from other teams as needed.
- Providing engineering input on specific project design issues and questions.
- Conducting engineering analyses to develop design options.
- Assisting with preparation of cost estimates or specifications.
- Attending client stakeholder meetings and leading design reviews with the client.
- Providing input to the development of project manhours estimates and task schedules.
- Managing multiple tasks for multiple projects with awareness of schedule and budget.
- Performing site visits during the design, construction, and as-built phases, including participating in field reviews or construction observation.
- Working independently on electrical clearance calculations, lighting photometric calculations, electrical load calculations, short circuit, overcurrent coordination and arc flash studies.
- Collaborating with team members on technical report writing.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum 4 years of experience in distribution planning, distribution modeling, distribution coordination, and distribution line design.Experience with structural analysis, plan and profile preparation, line optimization, and design documentation for overhead and underground projects.Experience using PLS-CADD and other design software.Experience in overhead and underground electrical distribution system analysis and design, lighting design, distribution field staking, joint-use field review and design, and knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC). Experience with CYMCAP, ETAP or Polywater Pull Planner is a plus.Experience with pole loading analysis tools (e.g., O-calc, SpidaCalc, Pole Foreman).Experience using CAD software for Electrical Distribution (PLS-CADD, MicroStation / AutoCAD / ArcGIS).Strong client relationship skills.Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering.Professional Engineer (PE) license.Experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard Power Market Sector design software (e.g., PLS-CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, Revit).Commitment to being an active participant in an employee-owned culture.What We Believe & Our Commitment
HDR is our company. We are committed to employment equity and equal opportunity. We foster an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups help create belonging and engagement.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support employee health, performance and success, including medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, life insurance, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range is based on experience and location.
Locations & Schedule
Primary Location : United States-Arizona-Phoenix. Other locations include multiple states as listed in the original posting. Schedule : Full-time; Employment Status : Regular; Industry : Power.
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