Electrical Engineer

HDR•Louisville, KY

89d

About The Position

At HDR, the Electrical Engineer works within the Building Engineering Services Group to design electrical systems for facilities such as data centers and commercial environments. The role contributes to critical infrastructure supporting technology, sustainability, and human experience, working collaboratively with mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts. The engineer is responsible for electrical design through all project phases, coordinating with clients, project managers, electrical team members, architects, other engineering disciplines, contractors, marketing members, and other project participants. Work includes developing construction documents and specifications, performing engineering calculations, responding to RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, investigating sites, and providing construction administration. The role requires passion, self-motivation, and strong leadership to deliver technically excellent design solutions. HDR describes itself as an employee-owned company that values inclusion, collaboration, and bringing employees’ authentic selves and ideas to work. Employee Network Groups support belonging and employee participation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis.
Previous experience in electrical design of buildings, including lighting, power, and systems.
Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the position's location, such as a PE or P.Eng license.
Strong computer skills using AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Revit, SKM, AGI, and Easy Power.
Commitment to being an active participant in HDR's employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm is desired.

Responsibilities

Provide detailed design and coordinate facilities with project team members.
Prepare construction documents using BIM/CADD platforms.
Edit and prepare design specifications and select equipment, electrical systems, and devices.
Select equipment using vendor software and communicate with sales representatives.
Track and meet design budgets.
Perform load calculations.
Attend design meetings with other team members.
Coordinate the work of Electrical Engineers, EITs, and BIM Specialists with the multidisciplinary team throughout project development.
Provide design support during construction, including field observations, submittal and shop drawing reviews, and RFI support.
Provide construction administration services throughout all phases of construction.
Visit project sites as requested or contractually required to monitor construction progress and prepare field observation reports.
Perform fieldwork and verify existing conditions as required.
Perform other duties as needed.