Substation Engineering Manager

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story. Each role at HDR makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better.

We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted, and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for over a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts to contribute to reliable, resilient, and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This role offers a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation, and leave your mark on our energy future.

Responsibilities

• Develop a partnership with the Project Manager (PM), where the PM is responsible for scope, schedule, budget, and client management, while the Engineering Manager (EM) is responsible for technical execution of the project.
• 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 aspect 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/or perform quality checks and reviews for all project deliverables per HDR’s Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements, processes, and procedures to deliver a world-class quality product to the client.
• Perform quality checks and/or reviews of projects from other teams as needed.
• Work independently and may direct, mentor, or train one or more Project Engineers, EITs, or CADD/Designers.
• Lead multiple projects concurrently, utilizing teams in different locations.
• Participate in project reviews as needed.
• Work with senior engineers and technical leaders to identify and develop specific technical expertise, attending training and seminars focused on further development and understanding of complex concepts related to the discipline.
• Assist with developing technical papers and/or presentations that showcase HDR’s technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng)).
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Revit, SKM, AGI, and Easy Power.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 8+ years of technical design experience with high-voltage electrical switchyard and substation projects of varying complexity up to 500kV, including conceptual knowledge of physical, electrical, civil, and structural design components, and knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, and other applicable design and equipment standards.
• Track record of working cooperatively with diverse teams, regional, department, and technical managers, and project staff.
• Self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong conceptual, organizational, problem-solving, and collaboration skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Previous consulting firm experience desired.
• Some travel may be required.
• Previous experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems).

Benefits

As employee-owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Schedule

• Full-time

Locations

• United States-Nebraska-Omaha
• United States-Iowa-Des Moines
• United States-Iowa-Ames
• United States-Nebraska-Lincoln