Substation Communication Engineer
About the role
In the role of Power Engineer, we'll count on you to:
- Coordinate the work of the power design team through the schematic design development and contract document phase of a project
- Establish meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance
- Cookload workload to complete the deliverable on schedule
- Conduct work sessions at the project site in conjunction with the Project Manager and other disciplines
- Review project documents for areas of conflict with other disciplines
- Write and edit project specifications
- Cookload with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, requests for information (RFIs), change orders (COs), and take responsibility to incorporate agreed-upon changes into the project documents
- Coordinate with construction contract administration as needed
- Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Engineers, Project Coordinators or Designers, or BIM Technicians as needed
- Perform other duties as needed
Responsibilities
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
- Masters degree in Engineering
- 5+ years of experience in Substation communication SCADA Engineering experience
- Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.
- Example: 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
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
- Masters degree in Engineering
- 5+ years of experience in Substation communication SCADA Engineering experience
- Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.
- Example: 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
Skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
- Masters degree in Engineering
- 5+ years of experience in Substation communication SCADA Engineering experience
- Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.
- Example: 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
Benefits
As an employee-owner, you will have the opportunity to participate in decision-making processes that affect your work environment and career growth. You will also have access to a range of benefits including:
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee resource groups and networks
- Work-life balance initiatives
Pay
The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $120,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
This role is full-time.
Business Class
Substation Engineering
Primary Location
United States-Michigan-Detroit
Other Locations
- United States-Michigan-Ann Arbor
- United States-Michigan-Lansing
Industry
Power
Job Posting
Mar 24, 2026
Company Information
HDR is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. We are committed to the principles of employment equity.
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