Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical design for buildings (lighting/power/systems)
Professional engineering license (PE or P.Eng)
Extensive knowledge of building electrical systems including life safety and management systems
Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and electrical design software
Experience with AI tools for project productivity is preferred
Responsibilities
Coordinate electrical engineers within a multidisciplinary project team
Establish client relations and participate in design and production meetings
Lead electrical aspects of various projects
Conduct code compliance reviews with governing agencies
Facilitate design sessions on-site alongside Project Managers and Architects
Track financial project aspects to meet scheduling parameters
Mentor and direct junior electrical engineering staff
Review documents for interdisciplinary conflicts and ensure communication across teams
Benefits
Collaborative and integrated engineering team environment
Opportunity for career growth in leadership, operations, or project management
Participation in diverse and significant projects including hyperscale data centers
Employee-owned culture promoting active participation and engagement
Access to advanced project tools and technology, including AI productivity tools
Full Job Description
Reporting to the Electrical Section Manager, the Senior Electrical Engineer is a member of the integrated project team that contributes Electrical engineering knowledge and analysis during the design phase of our work. The project mix will span a variety of typologies and systems: assignments include hyperscale data centres and collaborations with other business groups within HDR including Water, Resources, and Transportation Business Groups. The role involves working on multiple projects with project sites in various locations. The Sr Electrical Engineer may be involved in construction contract administration, site reviews on different projects, and condition assessments. The successful candidate will participate in a growing collaborative and integrated engineering team. Common areas for progression and career growth for this position include leadership positions in Technical Specialization, Operations, or Project Management.
In the role of Senior Electrical Engineer, 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
Review electrical documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines
Write and edit electrical specifications. Select equipment, electrical systems and devices
Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, and change orders, and take responsibility to incorporate agreed-upon changes into the project documents
Produce and coordinate several projects concurrently
Provide construction contract administration as needed
Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Electrical Project Engineers, Electrical Project Coordinators or Electrical CAD Technicians 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
Data Centre, Semiconductor, Healthcare, Laboratory or Sports facilities experience
Experience using AI productivity tools to accelerate project workstreams including technical writing, code and specification research, and performance simulation and modelling
Strong communication and listening skills.
Ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments
Good organizational skills, confident curiosity, strong analytical judgment
Ability to rigorously audit, validate, and verify all AI-generated outputs (examples: calculations, code interpretations, and designs) against core electrical engineering fundamentals and regulations.
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.
