Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
10+ years of experience in electrical design for buildings
Professional Engineer (PE) license
In-depth knowledge of power, lighting, and signal design along with life safety systems
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and electrical design software
Commitment to the company’s employee-owned culture
Responsibilities
Lead electrical design teams on multiple projects simultaneously
Coordinate with a multi-disciplined team throughout project development
Track project financials and adjust work effort to meet budget
Facilitate design sessions with clients for schematic and contract document phases
Develop and maintain client relationships, engaging in marketing and production meetings
Ensure compliance with codes through reviews with governing agencies
Mentor junior engineers and guide their development
Benefits
Employee ownership structure fosters a sense of belonging
Inclusive environment supported by multiple Employee Network Groups
Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship
Focus on sustainability and community impact
Collaborative culture that values diverse perspectives
Full Job Description
Primary Responsibilities
We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team. This individual will be a leader with the ability to assist the Electrical Section Manager in managing and guiding the Electrical Group. Primary responsibilities include:
Leading electrical design teams for several concurrent projects.
Coordinating the work of Electrical Engineers with the balance of a multi-disciplined team throughout a project's development and construction.
Coordinating workload to complete documents on schedule.
Tracking the financial aspects of projects, coordinating and adjusting the work effort with the team to ensure that the work is completed within budget.
Conducting schematic, design development and contract document working sessions with clients.
Establishing and maintaining client relationships, participate in marketing, design and production meetings with regard to electrical systems.
Conducting reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance.
Acting as a mentor for junior staff members.
Must be an excellent communicator, self-starter and able to work independently.
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
Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in design of electrical systems for large complex facilities such as Healthcare and/or Education, Science and Tech industries.,
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
Preference given to local candidates
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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);
Professional Engineer (PE) 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.
