Senior Substation Engineer

HDR · Irvine, CA · 3 wk ago

On-siteConsulting$132k–$188k/yrFull-time

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Substation Engineer to join our dynamic team in the Power sector. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the design and development of reliable, resilient, and sustainable power systems.

Responsibilities

Responsible for knowledge and execution of the technical aspects and deliverables of projects assigned.
Develop a partnership with the Project Manager (PM).
Develop and implement a project execution plan for the technical aspect of projects.
Assign project tasks and provide technical guidance to project team members.
Support the technical aspects of scope, schedule, and budget - including proposal development, work breakdown structure development and implementation, progress assessment, risk assessment/mitigation, change management, and schedule management.
Coordinate and perform quality checks and reviews for all project deliverables per the HDR Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements, processes, and procedures to deliver a world-class quality product to the client.
Perform quality checks and reviews of projects from other teams on an as-needed basis.
Work independently and also direct, mentor, and train Electrical Engineers, Graduate Engineers, and Drafters/Designers.
Lead multiple projects concurrently, utilizing teams in different locations.
Work with senior engineers and technical leaders to identify and develop specific technical expertise and attend training and seminars focused on further development and understanding of complex concepts related to your discipline.
Aid in developing technical papers and/or presentations that showcase HDR’s technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events.
Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with an Electrical emphasis.
California P.E. License.
A minimum of 10 years of technical design experience with high voltage electrical switchyard and substation projects of varying complexity up to 765kV preferred, including at a minimum, conceptual knowledge of physical, electrical, civil, and structural design components as well as knowledge of IEC, IEEE, ANSI, and other applicable design and equipment standards.
Specific experience performing aspects associated with substation design including substation layouts, plans, sections and details, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, conduit plans and details, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and associated bills of material.
Strong computer skills, AutoCAD, Microstation, Microsoft Office and electrical design software (e.g., CDEGS).
Prior experience doing distribution systems, substation, and power facilities design and engineering is required.
Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm desired.
Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
A minimum of 10 years of experience.
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.

Preferred Qualifications

US Citizenship - US naturalizes citizen (foreign born) required.
Preference will be given to candidates local to the Irvine, CA area.
Previous experience consulting or working for an electric utility considered a plus.

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package 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.

Pay

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.)

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Substation Engineering

Job Posting

Dec 11, 2025