Electrical Engineer *

About the role

HDR Engineering is seeking an Electrical/Senior Electrical Engineer to join one of the largest, fastest-growing, and most comprehensive TMT (Tech, Media, and Telecom) practices in the industry. This role is part of an integrated team responsible for electrical design in support of Data Center and other Mission Critical buildings and infrastructure. The ideal candidate will mentor and train younger electrical engineers while delivering technically excellent design solutions.

Opportunities are available in these preferred locations: Atlanta, Austin, Bellevue, Boise, Charlotte, Chicago, Columbus, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, Newark, New York, Omaha, Orlando, Pennington, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Portland, Raleigh, Sacramento/Folsom, Salt Lake City, San Antonio, or Walnut Creek.

Responsibilities

• Design projects from start to finish, coordinating with clients, project managers, architects, engineers, contractors, and other team members.
• Develop feasibility reports, construction documents, specifications, engineering calculations, and perform RFI responses, shop drawing reviews, site investigations, and construction administration.
• Mentor and manage a team of Electrical Engineers, EITs, and BIM Specialists to foster collaboration, career growth, and high-quality deliverables.
• Coordinate workload throughout project development to meet deadlines.
• Lead electrical design for data center/mission critical projects, aligning with client requirements for reliability, cost, sustainability, and flexibility.
• Provide detailed design and coordination with multidisciplinary teams.
• Attend and lead electrical discussions in design meetings.
• Conduct schematic, design development, and contract document sessions with Project Managers and other disciplines.
• Participate in code compliance reviews with governing agencies.
• Support construction activities, including field observations, submittal/shop drawing reviews, and RFI responses.
• Occasional travel to job sites or other HDR offices may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis.
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Previous experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting, power, systems).
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Revit, SKM, AGI, and Easy Power.
• Commitment to active participation in HDR’s employee-owned culture.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong operating knowledge of Revit MEP.
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm.
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis.
• Previous data center/mission critical experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm.
• Local candidates preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package promoting employee ownership, health, and success, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and an employee assistance program.
• Paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, and a retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.
• Eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) to foster inclusion and belonging.

Pay

The expected compensation range for this position is $79,734 – $148,077, depending on skills, experience, education, and geographical location. Benefits listed are for full-time regular positions; temporary and part-time roles are eligible for limited benefits.

Schedule

Full-time, regular employee status.