HDR

Power Delivery Project Engineer

HDR$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • Professional Engineering license (PE or P.Eng)
  • 3+ years of experience in power delivery/project execution
  • Experience with an engineering consulting firm
  • Strong project management and leadership skills
  • Effective communication with diverse stakeholders
  • Familiarity with utility standards and regulatory requirements

Responsibilities

  • Lead electric utility projects from planning through construction
  • Own all aspects of project performance including scope, budget, and client satisfaction
  • Manage and mentor multidisciplinary teams
  • Act as primary contact for utilities, clients, and regulatory bodies
  • Ensure technical quality through QA/QC processes
  • Conduct design reviews and stakeholder meetings
  • Coordinate solutions across engineering disciplines

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead impactful projects that support community resilience
  • Engage with unique challenges of islanded power systems
  • Build strong professional relationships within a collaborative market
  • Access to a clear path for career advancement
  • Enjoy a lifestyle advantage in Hawaii with world-class outdoor activities
Full Job Description
We\'re seeking Power Delivery Project Engineers who want more than just another role - you\'re reading to lead meaningful work, expand your influence, and see the real impact of what you deliver.

In this role, you\'ll lead electric utility projects across Hawaii, supporting a more resilient and sustainable energy future. You\'ll own projects end-to-end, work directly with clients and utilities, and help solve the unique challenges of islanded power systems.

This is a highly visible opportunity where you work directly impacts the communities you live in - while building a career with real momentum.

Why This Role Stands Out

  • End-to-End Ownership - Lead projects from concept through construction
  • Real Influence - Work directly with utilities, clients, and decision-makers
  • Leadership Growth - Mentor teams and step into expanding responsibilities
  • Broader Exposure - Move beyond utility silos into diverse projects and challenges
  • Employee-Owned Culture - Your contributions directly impact company success - and yours.
  • Intentional Career Path - Clear opportunities for advancement


What You\'ll Do

  • Lead delivery of electric utility projects, guiding overhead and underground design from planning through construction
  • Own project performance - scope, schedule, budget, and client satisfaction
  • Manage and mentor multidisciplinary teams in a high-performing environment
  • Serve as the primary liaison with utilities, clients, and regulatory agencies
  • Drive technical quality through QA/QC and adherence to standards
  • Lead design reviews, stakeholder meetings, and presentations
  • Coordinate across disciplines to deliver efficient, constructible solutions
  • Manage change processes, permitting, and regulatory approvals
  • Support construction through field engagement and issue resolution
  • Continuously improve project delivery through lessons learned and feedback


Why Work in Hawaii

  • Meaningful Projects - Support grid resilience, renewable integration, and energy independence
  • Unique Engineering Challenges - Work on islanded systems that accelerate your growth
  • Visible Impact - See the results of your work in the communities you serve
  • Collaborative Market - Build strong relationships across a tight-knit professional network
  • Lifestyle Advantage - Enjoy world-class outdoor living alongside a rewarding career


This role is ideal for someone who:

  • Wants to move into leadership and take full ownership of projects
  • Values collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth
  • Is ready to expand beyond a narrow role into broader impact


Preferred Qualification

  • Degree may be in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering
  • 3+ years of experience in power delivery/project execution
  • Prior experience with an engineering consulting firm
  • Proven ability to lead teams and manage client relationships
  • Experience in power delivery, utility engineering, or related infrastructure
  • Strong project management and leadership capabilities
  • Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Knowledge of utility standards, codes, and regulatory requirements
  • Proactive mindset with a drive for ownership and results


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.
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Size
10,000 employees
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Founded
1917

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