Electrical Designer/EI

Electrical Designer/EI

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? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Electrical Designer/EI, we'll count on you to:

• Perform routine engineering assignments, with instruction from the Project Engineer or others regarding the expected results.
• Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, CPRs and change orders, and take responsibility to incorporate agreed-upon changes into the project documents.
• Developing design deliverables including one-line diagrams, protection and control schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA schemes, communications plans, physical layouts, material lists, conduit and cable sizing/routing, and AC and DC systems calculations and sizing.
• Provide QC checks and reviews of spreadsheets, calculations, drawings, and reports.

Working with Designers and CADD Technicians to develop drawings in accordance with national design standards, safety codes and project specifications and requirements.

• Performing site visits during the design, construction, and as-built phases of projects.
• Write/edit electrical specifications and select equipment, electrical systems and devices.
• Conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations, and assist in the preparation of cost estimates and specifications. Contact vendors to solicit information and indicative pricing.
• Provide owner's engineering support for equipment overhauls, rebuilds and new equipment installation.
• Support feasibility studies or conceptual designs for new or expanded projects. Write technical reports, findings documents, and meeting notes.
• Support inspections and condition assessments of existing facilities.
• Review electrical documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines
• Perform performance testing of hydro turbine equipment.
• Conduct equipment and contractor bid evaluations.
• Work independently on small projects
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field
• Previous internship experience with a concentration in a power related field.
• Engineer intern (EI)/ Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certificate. Candidates without their EI will be titled "Electrical Designer" and will be expected to obtain their EI for career progression.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong time management skills.
• Recent graduates will be considered.
• Local candidates preferred.

Required 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

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. 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.

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.