About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

HDR is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Designer/EIT with the technical skills and desire to help support our multi-discipline Renewables, Battery Storage, Fossil Power, Hydropower, and Distributed Energy team in Charlotte, NC. This individual will be a key member of HDR's rapidly growing engineering team and will work under senior engineers to support the following:

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed design packages for new and modifications to existing power generation facilities (Hydro, Solar, Storage, Coal, Natural Gas)
• Detailed design packages can include relay protection upgrades, plant control system upgrades, excitation, governor, and power system upgrades
• Work on projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables
• Major plant equipment specification such as generators, oil-filled and dry-type transformers, medium and low voltage motors, switchgear and motor control centers, PLC and Distributed Control Systems.
• Perform cable, raceway and equipment sizing calculations
• Cable and conduit schedules and routing drawings
• Develop Input and Output (I/O) List and interface with the plant control system
• Be involved in design engineering projects from kickoff to project close-out and as-built drawing preparation.
• Become proficient in CAD software such as AutoCAD and Microstation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• EIT or ability to gain EIT certification; candidates hired without EIT will have a 'Designer' title until certification is obtained.
• The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain good relationships with peers, client organizations, vendor representatives, and sub-consultants and be highly motivated
• Detail oriented individual
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
• Travel 20-30% of the time
• A strong work ethic and a commitment to being an active participant in an employee-owned culture

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a design organization; supporting the power or heavy industrial industry a plus
• Previous CAD experience in the design of electrical systems
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Previous internship experience beneficial
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.