HDR

Substation Engineering Manager

HDR • $100K — $130K *
Omaha, NE 68104In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with Electrical emphasis
  • Professional Engineering license (PE or P.Eng) required
  • 8 years of technical design experience with high voltage electrical switchyard and substation projects preferred
  • Strong computer skills (AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Revit, SKM, AGI, Easy Power)
  • Self-starter with strong communication skills and commitment to employee-owned culture

Responsibilities

  • Develop partnership with Project Manager for project scope, schedule, and budget oversight
  • Implement project execution plan focusing on technical aspects
  • Assign tasks and provide technical guidance to project team members
  • Ensure quality checks and reviews for project deliverables
  • Mentor and train Project Engineers, EITs, or CADD/Designers
  • Lead multiple concurrent projects with distributed teams
  • Assist in developing technical papers and presentations for industry events

Benefits

  • Engagement in a culture of inclusion and employee ownership
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Chance to work with recognized experts in the power sector
  • Involvement in impactful projects that change energy infrastructure
  • Support from diverse Employee Network Groups fostering belonging
Full Job Description
Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Substation Engineering Manager we'll count on you to:

  • Develops a partnership with the PM, whereas the PM is responsible for scope, schedule, budget, and client management, the EM is responsible for technical execution of the project.
  • Develops and implements a project execution plan for the technical aspect of projects.
  • Assigns project tasks and provides technical guidance to project team members.
  • Supports the technical aspect of scope, schedule, and budget, including proposal development, work breakdown structure development and implementation, progress assessment, risk assessment/mitigation, change management, and schedule management.
  • Coordinates and/or performs quality checks and reviews for all project deliverables per the HDR Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements, processes, and procedures to deliver a world class quality product to the client. Performs quality checks and/or reviews of projects from other teams on an as needed basis.
  • Works independently and may direct, mentor, or train one or more Project Engineers, EIT's, or CADD/Designers.
  • Ability to lead multiple projects concurrently, utilizing teams in different locations.
  • Participates in project reviews as needed.
  • Previous consulting firm experience desired.
  • Works with senior engineers and technical leaders to identify and develop specific technical expertise and will attend training and seminars focused on further development and understanding of complex concepts related to their discipline.
  • May also assist with developing technical papers and/or presentations that showcase HDR's technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events.


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Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 8 years of technical design experience with high voltage electrical switchyard and substation projects of varying complexity up to 500kV preferred, including at a minimum, conceptual knowledge of physical, electrical, civil, and structural design components, and knowledge of IEEE, ANSI, and other applicable design and equipment standards.
  • Track record of working cooperatively with diverse teams, regional, department, technical managers, and project staff.
  • Self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills preferred.
  • Strong conceptual, organizational, problem solving, and collaboration skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Some travel may be required.


Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
  • Previous 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.
  • Strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, Revit, SKM, AGI and Easy Power
  • 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.
Learn more about HDR
Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Founded
1917
* Ladders Estimates

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