Electrical Engineering Team Leader

HDR • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

HDR is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineering (Power) Team Leader to lead and grow its nationally ranked Power Engineering team. This technical leadership role is responsible for the technical aspects and deliverables of assigned projects and is part of the NC Power Delivery management team. The successful candidate will help shape HDR’s power generation practice in North Carolina and beyond.

The position manages and develops an electrical engineering (power) team, oversees project technical execution, and contributes to proposal development and business growth. It involves collaboration with Client Managers, Operational Managers, and Technical Leaders to integrate services and deliver solutions. The role requires a self-motivated strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of electrical engineering (power).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience.
• Professional registration, license, or certification may be required based on the role.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Good leadership and organizational skills.
• Commitment to actively participating in HDR’s employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

• 10 years of electrical engineering design experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Extensive experience in project execution within the Power industry.
• Previous staff supervision experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and a self-starter approach.
• Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a high-performing electrical engineering (power) team, including assigning responsibilities, mentoring junior staff, and fostering a collaborative culture focused on technical excellence, innovation, and accountability.
• Oversee the technical execution of power projects to ensure quality, timeliness, and budget compliance.
• Plan and allocate resources for junior staff in alignment with HDR’s project execution processes.
• Assist with proposal development, including technical writing and project estimating within the area of technical expertise.
• Support the Generation (Power) Business Class Manager’s growth strategies by identifying and developing specific technical expertise.
• Attend training to further develop understanding of complex concepts related to the discipline.
• Collaborate with Client Managers, Operational Managers, and Technical Leaders to integrate services and consistently deliver solutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager