Substation Electrical Engineering CO-OP

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?
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Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Substation Electrical Engineering CO-OP, we'll count on you to:

• Offer real-world experience on exciting projects
• Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals programs
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional engineer or Project Manager
• Focus on Protection & Controls (P&C) engineering within substation design.
• Create/modify substation wiring diagrams and control schematics according to project scope.
• Complete AC/DC system calculations based on current/future load.
• Focus on the Physical design of electrical substations.
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a Project Lead or Project Manager.
• Create/modify substation physical drawings including creating markups, specification of major equipment, and assisting with procurement of equipment.
• Apply industry standard engineering tools, techniques and procedures.
• Complete AC/DC System calculations based on current/future load.

• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Understanding of basic circuit analysis and fundamental electrical laws
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry
• Preference given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
• Attention to detail
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
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.
Our Commitment
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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Minnesota: $22 - $28 Primary Location: United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park Industry: Power Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Temporary BusinessClass: Substation Engineering Job Posting: Sep 8, 2025