Data Center Substation Engineering Manager

Primary Responsibilities

• Develops a partnership with a PM, whereas the PM is responsible for scope, schedule, budget, and client management, and the EM is responsible for leading the technical team and execution of the project deliverables.
• Develops and implements a project execution plan for the technical aspect of projects.
• Assigns project tasks and provides technical guidance to project team members.
• Supports the technical aspect of scope, schedule, and budget, including proposal development, work breakdown structure development and implementation, progress assessment, risk assessment/mitigation, change management, and schedule management.
• Works independently and will direct, mentor, and/or train, one or more Project Engineers, EIT’s, or CADD/Designers.
• Collaborates with senior engineers and technical leaders to identify and develop specific technical expertise and attends training and seminars focused on further development and understanding of complex concepts related to their discipline.
• May also assist with developing technical papers and/or presentations that showcase HDR’s technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events.
• Participates in project reviews as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in Engineering
• Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm
• Minimum 8 years of technical design experience with high voltage electrical switchyard and substation projects of varying complexity up to 500kV preferred, including at a minimum, conceptual knowledge of physical, electrical, civil, and structural design components, and knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, NESC, and other applicable design and equipment standards.
• Experience with substation design for 12kV thru 500kV desired, experience thru 765kV an added benefit
• Track record of working cooperatively with diverse teams, regional, department, technical managers and project staff
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and conferencing platforms (Zoom, WebEx, Teams, etc.)
• Strong conceptual, organizational, problem solving, and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills preferred

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license
• Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector
• Computer 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 culture

Stated Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays
• Roth 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement

Company Beliefs

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.