Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
Minimum of 10 years of electrical building design experience (lighting/power/systems)
Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license required
Extensive knowledge of electrical power, lighting, and signal design
Strong skills in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and electrical design software
Commitment to actively participating in an employee-owned culture
Responsibilities
Coordinate electrical engineers' work with a multidisciplinary team
Establish and maintain client relationships
Lead electrical design on major projects
Ensure code compliance through agency reviews
Conduct design development sessions on-site
Manage project workload to meet deadlines
Track financial aspects of projects and adjust team efforts accordingly
Benefits
Employee ownership culture promoting inclusivity and respect
Opportunities for professional mentorship and growth
Engagement in community and global impact projects
Collaboration with a diverse, multidisciplinary team
Active participation in employee-driven network groups
Full Job Description
In the role of Electrical Principal we'll count on you to:
Coordinate the work of Electrical Engineers with the balance of a multidiscipline team throughout the entire project's development
Establish client relations, and participate in the marketing, design and production meetings with regard to electrical systems
Assume the electrical lead on many projects
Participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance
Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions at the project site in conjunction with the Project Manager, Project Architect and other disciplines
Coordinate workload through the entire project development to complete documents on schedule
Track the financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust the work effort with the team to ensure that the work is completed within the parameters of the agreed-upon schedule
Work with the Project Manager and Regional Controller for project reviews with corporate management as needed
Direct the activities of other electrical engineering professionals, and act as a mentor to other staff members as needed
Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm desired
Preference given to local candidates
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
A minimum of 10 years experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems);
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
Extensive knowledge of building electrical power, lighting and signal design, including life safety systems and building management systems
Strong computer knowledge of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD, and electrical design software
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
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.
