HDR

Electrical Engineer - Power Generation

HDR • $80K — $120K *
Dallas, TX 75217In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain reciprocity
  • 5-7 years of experience in the power generation industry
  • Proficiency with project execution in the Power Market Sector
  • Familiarity with design software like ETAP, AutoCAD, and PLS CAD
  • Attitude towards active participation in an employee-owned culture

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and engineering projects for power generation systems
  • Support the development of power generation design projects
  • Mentor junior engineers and assist in client relationship development
  • Develop project schematic designs and contract documents
  • Conduct QA/QC on engineering work and documentation
  • Coordinate with other disciplines to manage project conflicts
  • Participate in project meetings and provide construction contract administration

Benefits

  • An inclusive work environment that values diverse perspectives
  • Opportunities for professional growth and mentoring
  • Engagement in impact-driven community projects
  • Participation in Employee Network Groups fostering belonging and community support
  • Flexible work arrangements promoting work-life balance
Full Job Description
In the role of Electrical Engineer - Power Generation, we'll count on you to:

  • Have experience within the utility scale power and renewable energy industry and be capable of supporting power generation design projects including leading multiple design and engineering project or administration tasks simultaneously.
  • Experience in power generation and distribution, renewable energy, protection and motor control design, power system studies, construction and equipment specification development, and balance of plant designs such as raceway, lighting, and grounding systems.
  • Interest or experience in the exciting market of renewables and battery energy storage systems (BESS) is very desired.
  • Mentor junior engineers, client relationship development, and supporting marketing activities, such as proposal technical writing, fee builds, and development of work breakdown structure is desired.
  • A level of design and engineer of record work experience with power plant systems is required.
  • Perform other duties as needed


Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Texas or ability to obtain reciprocity
  • Protection and control design experience including setting calculations and electronic files development
  • Instrumentation and Controls experience particularly with DCS and PLC systems is a plus
  • Field experience, including startup and commissioning, experience is desired
  • Experience in renewable energy (PV, BESS, etc.) and DER or "microgrid" projects is highly desired
  • Previous experience with an engineering power consulting firm desired
  • Willingness to grow into a team lead or section manager role
  • Knowledge and experience with three-phase electrical power, protection and control design, system grounding, physical design, and experience with other activities such as lighting and grounding design, including instrumentation and control and life safety systems
  • Capable computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software (examples include ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, CYMCAD, PSCAD, etc.)
  • Conduct work sessions and project meetings, and/or participate in reviews at the project site in conjunction with the Project Manager and other disciplines, and provide construction contract administration as needed
  • Develop project schematic design and contract document phase of a project including reviewing project documents, writing project specification and coordinating areas of conflict with other disciplines
  • Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, requests for information (RFIs), change orders (COs), job safety analysis (JSAs) and take responsibility to incorporate agreed-upon changes into the project documents
  • Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Engineers, Project Coordinators or Designers
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must


Qualifications

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

About HDR

HDR is an architecture, engineering, and consulting firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. The company was founded in 1917 as Henningson Engineering Company and has since grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. HDR provides a wide range of services, including architecture, engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management. The company has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the Hoover Dam Bypass and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. HDR is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area by organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council.
Learn more about HDR
Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Founded
1917
* Ladders Estimates

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