Electrical EIT/Designer

HDR•Boston, MA

83d

About The Position

HDR is hiring an Electrical EIT/Designer to contribute to the Building Engineering Services Group’s electrical engineering section in the New England region. The role involves designing electrical systems for new construction, renovations, and infrastructure improvement projects, including normal and emergency power, lighting, fire alarm, grounding, and low-voltage systems. Work supports a range of building environments, including data centers and commercial spaces. The employee will develop calculations, diagrams, layouts, plans, schedules, details, specifications, and coordinated construction documents using design software. The role includes field investigations, model coordination, support for energy-efficiency and sustainability concepts, construction-phase coordination, and collaboration with Project Managers, Lead Engineers, vendors, utility companies, and multidisciplinary teams. The employee works under the responsible charge of a licensed Professional Engineer and is expected to pursue professional growth and PE registration. Candidates hired without EIT certification will be titled “Electrical Designer.” HDR describes itself as an employee-owned company that values inclusion, collaboration, and employee participation. Its Employee Network Groups support belonging and engagement across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis.
Desire to pursue growth opportunities and obtain professional registration.
Strong computer skills using AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Revit, SKM, AGI, and Easy Power.
Commitment to active participation in HDR’s employee-owned culture.
At least one year of experience in the A/E consulting industry or relevant internship/co-op experience.
Experience designing building electrical systems, including normal and emergency power, lighting, fire alarm, grounding, and low-voltage systems.
Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), International Building Code (IBC), NFPA standards, and applicable energy codes.
Strong understanding of BIM workflows and multidisciplinary project coordination.

Nice To Haves

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, or ability and expectation to obtain EIT certification for career progression.
Three years of experience is preferred.
Experience with sustainable building design, energy-efficient systems, or LEED-certified projects.
Local candidates preferred.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the Building Engineering Services electrical engineering section in the New England region.
Assist with planning and designing building electrical systems for new construction, renovations, and infrastructure improvement projects.
Design power distribution, normal and emergency power, lighting, fire alarm, grounding, and low-voltage systems.
Perform electrical load, voltage drop, short circuit, and equipment-sizing calculations.
Develop single-line diagrams, panel schedules, riser diagrams, and electrical system layouts.
Produce coordinated construction documents using Revit, AutoCAD, and other design software; maintain project BIM standards and assist with model coordination.
Develop plans, schedules, details, and specifications under the supervision of licensed engineers.
Conduct field investigations to document existing electrical systems.
Assist with energy-efficiency evaluations and sustainability design concepts.
Support Project Managers and Lead Engineers in delivering projects on schedule and within budget.
Review contractor submittals and shop drawings, and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs).
Coordinate with equipment vendors and utility companies.
Work under the responsible charge of a licensed Professional Engineer and progress toward PE licensure.
Expand technical knowledge through training and project experience, and stay current on technologies, electrical equipment, and industry best practices.
Perform self-checks and peer reviews of engineering documents.
Perform other duties as needed.