Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
Substation Physical Engineering Team Lead
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Substation Physical Engineering Team Lead
HDR is seeking a dynamic and experienced
Substation Physical Engineering Team Lead
to lead and grow our nationally ranked Power Delivery team. This technical leadership role will be responsible for knowledge and execution of the technical aspects and deliverables of projects assigned to them. As a key member of our NC Power Delivery management team, the
Substation Physical Engineering Team Lead
will be responsible for: Team Management & Development : Managing a high-performing substation physical engineering team. This includes assigning responsibilities, mentoring junior staff, and fostering a collaborative culture focused on technical excellence, innovation, and accountability. Project Oversight : Overseeing the technical execution of substation projects, ensuring quality, timeliness, and budget compliance. They will plan and allocate resources for junior staff, ensuring alignment with HDR’s project execution processes. Proposal Development : Assisting with developing proposals to include technical writing and project estimating within the area of technical expertise. Strategic Growth & Business Planning : Supporting the Substation Business Class Manager’s growth strategies by identifying and developing specific technical expertise. Technical Leadership & Innovation : Attending trainings to further develop understanding of complex concepts related to their discipline. Collaboration & Integration : Working with Client Managers, Operational Managers, and Technical Leaders to ensure seamless integration of services and consistent delivery of world-class solutions. This role requires a self-motivated, strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of substation physical engineering, and the ability to manage teams and projects. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of HDR’s substation practice in the North Carolina area and beyond. Preferred Qualifications
10 years of Substation design experience Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering Extensive experience in project execution within the Power industry Self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm Previous experience managing the commercial aspects of small to medium sized projects Experience and client relationships in the Carolinas Previous experience managing staff, clients, contracts and hiring staff for an engineering consulting firm Local candidates are preferred LI-SM1 Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering 7 years related experience A minimum 2 years project management experience Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license. MS Office and MS Project experience is required (Access experience would be plus) Demonstrated leadership skills An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, 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 (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. Primary Location
United States-South Carolina-Columbia; United States-North Carolina-Charlotte; United States-South Carolina-Fort Mill Industry
Power Schedule
Full-time Employee Status
Regular Business Class: Substation Engineering Job Posting
Oct 1, 2025 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. Ready to learn more? Let’s work together to make great things possible. We design solutions to the world’s greatest challenges. We’re always looking for great talent to join our global teams.
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HDR is seeking a dynamic and experienced
Substation Physical Engineering Team Lead
to lead and grow our nationally ranked Power Delivery team. This technical leadership role will be responsible for knowledge and execution of the technical aspects and deliverables of projects assigned to them. As a key member of our NC Power Delivery management team, the
Substation Physical Engineering Team Lead
will be responsible for: Team Management & Development : Managing a high-performing substation physical engineering team. This includes assigning responsibilities, mentoring junior staff, and fostering a collaborative culture focused on technical excellence, innovation, and accountability. Project Oversight : Overseeing the technical execution of substation projects, ensuring quality, timeliness, and budget compliance. They will plan and allocate resources for junior staff, ensuring alignment with HDR’s project execution processes. Proposal Development : Assisting with developing proposals to include technical writing and project estimating within the area of technical expertise. Strategic Growth & Business Planning : Supporting the Substation Business Class Manager’s growth strategies by identifying and developing specific technical expertise. Technical Leadership & Innovation : Attending trainings to further develop understanding of complex concepts related to their discipline. Collaboration & Integration : Working with Client Managers, Operational Managers, and Technical Leaders to ensure seamless integration of services and consistent delivery of world-class solutions. This role requires a self-motivated, strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of substation physical engineering, and the ability to manage teams and projects. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of HDR’s substation practice in the North Carolina area and beyond. Preferred Qualifications
10 years of Substation design experience Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering Extensive experience in project execution within the Power industry Self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm Previous experience managing the commercial aspects of small to medium sized projects Experience and client relationships in the Carolinas Previous experience managing staff, clients, contracts and hiring staff for an engineering consulting firm Local candidates are preferred LI-SM1 Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering 7 years related experience A minimum 2 years project management experience Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license. MS Office and MS Project experience is required (Access experience would be plus) Demonstrated leadership skills An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, 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 (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. Primary Location
United States-South Carolina-Columbia; United States-North Carolina-Charlotte; United States-South Carolina-Fort Mill Industry
Power Schedule
Full-time Employee Status
Regular Business Class: Substation Engineering Job Posting
Oct 1, 2025 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. Ready to learn more? Let’s work together to make great things possible. We design solutions to the world’s greatest challenges. We’re always looking for great talent to join our global teams.
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