HDR
Substation Engineer - High Voltage
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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. The primary duties of the Substation Project Engineer include physical substation, protection, and control engineering for High Voltage Electric Utility projects, 12 kV through 500 kV. Projects range in size, complexity, and voltage class from small distribution equipment upgrades to large transmission substation projects across the globe. Primary Responsibilities
In the role of Substation Engineer, we'll count on you to: Support preparing scopes, schedules, and budgets, and ensure that schedules and budgets are met Understand physical substation design including yard layouts, plans, sections and details, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, interior and exterior raceways, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and associated bills of material Understand protection and control design including panel arrangements, one lines/single lines, three lines, AC/DC schematics, equipment wiring and relay panel wiring Prepare calculations for studies and reports (grounding, lighting protection, AC/DC load studies, etc.) Prepare equipment specifications for procurement and/or factory acceptance testing Coordinate design activities with other departments (Civil/Structural, Networks, Transmission Line, etc.) Effectively communicate and coordinate project activities with manager, clients, and others as needed Works independently and may direct, mentor, train, and/or supervise efforts of less-experienced EIT's and/or Designers. Perform other duties as needed Preferred Qualifications
A minimum of 3 years' experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems) Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm desired Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired but not required 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) Professional Engineer (PE) 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 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. 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-Arizona-Phoenix Industry
Power Schedule
Full-time Employee Status
Regular Business Class
Substation Engineering Job Posting
May 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.
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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. The primary duties of the Substation Project Engineer include physical substation, protection, and control engineering for High Voltage Electric Utility projects, 12 kV through 500 kV. Projects range in size, complexity, and voltage class from small distribution equipment upgrades to large transmission substation projects across the globe. Primary Responsibilities
In the role of Substation Engineer, we'll count on you to: Support preparing scopes, schedules, and budgets, and ensure that schedules and budgets are met Understand physical substation design including yard layouts, plans, sections and details, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, interior and exterior raceways, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and associated bills of material Understand protection and control design including panel arrangements, one lines/single lines, three lines, AC/DC schematics, equipment wiring and relay panel wiring Prepare calculations for studies and reports (grounding, lighting protection, AC/DC load studies, etc.) Prepare equipment specifications for procurement and/or factory acceptance testing Coordinate design activities with other departments (Civil/Structural, Networks, Transmission Line, etc.) Effectively communicate and coordinate project activities with manager, clients, and others as needed Works independently and may direct, mentor, train, and/or supervise efforts of less-experienced EIT's and/or Designers. Perform other duties as needed Preferred Qualifications
A minimum of 3 years' experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems) Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm desired Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired but not required 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) Professional Engineer (PE) 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 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. 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-Arizona-Phoenix Industry
Power Schedule
Full-time Employee Status
Regular Business Class
Substation Engineering Job Posting
May 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.