HDR

Industrial Utilities Lead

HDR$90K — $130K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical, or related engineering discipline; PE preferred
  • 7+ years of experience in managing Industrial Utility projects
  • Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments effectively
  • Commitment to active participation in employee-owned culture
  • Familiarity with Distributed Energy Resources, Combined Heat & Power systems, and renewable energy technologies
  • Experience in assessing and planning for industrial utility needs

Responsibilities

  • Secure engineering assignments with Industrial clients, including proposal preparation
  • Build relationships with engineering firms, contractors, and vendors to enhance business opportunities
  • Participate in industry organizations and present on market trends and technical solutions
  • Assess existing infrastructures and plan for utility demand, grid interconnection, and alternative energy solutions
  • Act as a Subject Matter Expert on Power/Energy systems and develop utility solutions
  • Guide and mentor staff on project deliverables and design expectations
  • Serve as Project Manager on Industrial utility projects, managing scope, schedules, and budgets
  • Collaborate with diverse teams across HDR's business groups for multidisciplinary projects

Benefits

  • Employee ownership culture promoting collaboration and trust
  • Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
  • Inclusive environment with support through Employee Network Groups
  • Commitment to diversity and employee empowerment
  • Support for employee engagement and participation in decision-making
Full Job Description
HDR's Industrial Sector clients (primarily from the chemical, oil and gas, food and beverage, mining, and manufacturing industries) continue to have significant growth in facility and Central Utility Plant (CUP) design projects. Additionally, the power and energy demands for their facilities and campuses are ever-increasing, in parallel with evolving sustainability and energy resiliency goals. As a result, our clients are increasingly assessing and implementing combined heat and power, power generation, renewable energy, chilled water, hot water, and microgrid projects with intent to meet their growing needs while increasing reliability and sustainability. As a result of our client's growing needs related to power and energy, HDR is seeking an Industrial Utilities Lead to help our clients assess the project- and site-specific considerations, conceptualize solutions, and implement resilient energy solutions for brownfield expansions and greenfield industrial sites across a number of different industries and geographies. Primary Responsibilities: • Position for and secure engineering assignments with Industrial clients who have power, energy and other utility needs. This includes preparing proposals and finalizing all aspects including price, scope summary, clarifications, and exclusions. • Network and build relationships and partnerships with other engineering firms, contractors, and vendors to increase our name recognition and book of business. • Be an active member of relevant organizations and associations where Industrial clients with power needs participate. Make presentations at industry events on Industrial Utility market trends, technical solutions, etc. • Position for and plan for Industrial opportunities by assessing existing infrastructure and utility demand, conducting energy capacity and reliability studies, plan for grid interconnection, identify major equipment needs, consider microgrid solutions, and plan for alternative energy and energy storage opportunities for future adaptability allowing client to be ready for when new sources are available and ready for implementation. • Act as a Subject Matter Expert and/or liaison as it relates to Power/Energy systems, mechanical systems (steam, condensate, chilled water, etc.), and cogeneration systems at Industrial facilities and CUPs. Develop utility solutions that result in efficient and sustainable industrial facilities and CUPs. • Provide guidance and support to staff on the requirements/expectations of project deliverables and services. To the extent staff may have limited heavy industrial facility design experience, help "translate" how Industrial clients expect our services to be delivered/designed. • Serve as Project Manager or Industrial Lead on Industrial utility projects and work closely with the project's Engineering Manager. This includes developing, updating, and managing project scope, schedules, and budgets. • Work with staff across various market sectors and business groups within HDR, including the Power Sector (PS) and Building Engineering Services (BES) to engage the appropriate Electrical, Instrumentation/Control, Mechanical, and Structural staff. • Recruit, supervise, and mentor select staff as needed to meet growth goals associated with Industrial utilities. Coach and mentor staff who deliver Industrial utility projects to retain employees and increase their skills, capabilities, and knowledge related to Industrial utilities. • Deliver/execute Industrial Utility scopes for projects (in Industrial and other Sectors) as well as serve as a Project Manager and/or Principal-in-Charge for multi-disciplinary projects. Preferred Qualifications: • Preference given to local candidates. • Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical, or another applicable Engineering discipline, PE preferred • Experience in managing Industrial Utility projects to a successful conclusion • Familiarity with Distributed Energy Resources, Combined Heat & Power systems, steam/hot water/condensate systems, microgrids, renewable energy including solar, hydrogen, geothermal, biogas, and RNG, battery storage • Related industry experience 15 years or more Qualifications Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience • A minimum of 7 years experience • Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role • Strong communication and listening skills • Ability to handle multiple assignments • Good leadership and organizational skills • 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.
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10,000 employees
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Founded
1917

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