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Senior Substation Electrical Engineer
Senior Substation Electrical EngineerHDR • Vienna, VA, US
Senior Substation Electrical Engineer

Senior Substation Electrical Engineer

HDR • Vienna, VA, US
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves : What is our impact on the world?

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The successful candidate will be a part of a team that provides design support for large and small-scale substation engineering projects. This is an excellent growth opportunity for a self-directed individual who wants to learn and take on new challenges.

Responsibilities

  • Develop a partnership with a PM, where the PM is responsible for scope, schedule, budget, and client management and the EM / TL is responsible for leading the technical team and execution of the project deliverables.
  • Develop and implement a project execution plan for the technical aspect of projects.
  • Assign project tasks and provide technical guidance to project team members.
  • Support 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.
  • Work with local area and practice leadership to hire, mentor, train, and / or supervise a team of Project Engineers, EITs, or CADD / Designers.
  • Coordinate and / or perform quality checks and reviews for all project deliverables per HDR Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements, processes, and procedures to deliver a world-class quality product to the client. Perform quality checks and / or reviews of projects from other teams as needed.
  • Ability to lead multiple projects concurrently, utilizing teams in different locations.
  • Work with senior engineers and technical leaders to identify and develop specific technical expertise and attend training and seminars focused on further development and understanding of complex concepts related to their discipline.
  • May assist with developing technical papers and / or presentations that showcase HDR's technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events.
  • Participate in project reviews as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Due to client contract requirements, US-born citizenship is required.
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
  • 10+ years of technical design experience with high voltage electrical switchyard and substation projects of varying complexity up to 500kV preferred, including 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.
  • Experience using industry standard design software required.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and conferencing platforms (Zoom, WebEx, Teams, etc.).
  • Strong conceptual, organizational, problem solving, and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Some travel may be required.
  • Preference given to local candidates.
  • Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience
  • Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., PE or P.Eng).
  • Extensive experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and standard Power Market Sector design software (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit)
  • Commitment to being an active participant of HDR's employee-owned culture
  • What We Believe

    HDR is our company. We build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

    Our Commitment

    As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

    Our eight Employee Network Groups help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute.

    Primary Location

    United States-Virginia-Glen Allen

    Other Locations

    United States-Virginia-Roanoke, United States-Virginia-Vienna

    Industry

    Power

    Schedule

    Full-time

    Employee Status

    Regular

    Business Class

    Substation Engineering

    Job Posting

    Aug 28, 2025

    Equal Opportunity Employer statement : HDR is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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