Substation Design Manager

About the role

As a Substation Design Manager in HDR's Power Delivery practice, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of power systems. Your work will contribute to reliable, resilient, and sustainable power systems, enhancing communities and industries.

Responsibilities

• Develops a partnership with a Project Manager (PM) and leads the technical team.
• Assigns project tasks and provides technical guidance to project team members.
• Supports the technical aspects of scope, schedule, and budget, including proposal development, work breakdown structure development, progress assessment, risk assessment, change management, and schedule management.
• Directs, mentors, or trains Project Engineers, EITs, or CADD/Designers.
• Performs quality checks and reviews for all project deliverables according to HDR's Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Works with senior engineers and technical leaders to develop specific technical expertise and attends relevant training and seminars.
• Develops and implements a project execution plan for the technical aspect of projects.
• Coordinates and/or performs quality checks and reviews for projects from other teams as needed.
• Leads multiple projects concurrently, managing teams across different locations.
• Assists with developing technical papers and presentations for industry conferences or events.
• Collaborates with the Project Manager and Project Controller for project reviews with management as needed.

Requirements

• Professional Engineering licensure.
• Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm.
• Willingness to have a strong in-office presence 4-5 days a week.
• Interest in engaging in technical and industry groups such as IEEE, NAPE, EPRI, etc.
• US Citizenship is required.
• Takes initiative and is flexible with embracing change to achieve project goals.
• Extensive experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and standard Power Market Sector design software.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience.
• Thrives in a team environment and demonstrates strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5 years of related experience.

Skills

Ability to lead multiple projects concurrently, utilize teams in different locations, and possess strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement.

Pay

$100,870.00 - $144,100.00 annually, depending on skills, experience, education, and geographical location.

Schedule

Full-time