Substation Civil / Structural EIT/Designer
About the role
The successful candidate will be a part of a team that provides design support for large, medium, and small-scale substation engineering projects. This is an excellent growth opportunity for a self-directed individual who wants to learn and take on new challenges.
Responsibilities
- Prepare engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports and designs for electrical substations (Low, Medium and High Voltage).
- Prepare calculations, design sketches and redline drawings.
- Work with Designers and CADD Technicians to develop drawings in accordance with national design standards, safety codes and project specifications and requirements.
- Develop design deliverables including fabrication level steel drawings and foundation construction drawings.
- Participate on site visits during the design, construction and as-built phases of projects.
- May also assist with developing technical papers and/or presentations that showcase HDR's technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events.
- Participate in project reviews as needed.
Requirements
- Due to client contract requirements - US naturalized citizenship is required.
- Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or related engineering field, Master's degree, Strong written and verbal communication skills, Ability to work in a team environment, Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, Self-motivated and able to take initiative, EIT certification or ability to pass the FE exam within 6 months strongly preferred, Candidates hired without their EIT will be titled "Designer" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression, Experience with Tedds, Lpile or similar structural design software, Prior experience consulting or working for an electric utility is a plus, Expose to substation design is a plus, Local candidates preferred.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture
Skills
Self-motivated and able to take initiative.
Benefits
As an employee-owner, you are welcome, valued, respected, and empowered to bring your authentic self to work every day. HDR offers a range of benefits including:
- Flexible work arrangements
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Employee network groups
- Professional development opportunities
- Community involvement programs
Pay
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Full-time
Benefits
Health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.
Pay
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Full-time
Benefits
Health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.
Primary Location
United States-Virginia-Glen Allen
Other Locations
- United States-Virginia-Roanoke
- United States-Virginia-Vienna
Industry
Power
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
Business Class
Substation Engineering
Job Posting
Jan 16, 2026