Substation Electrical EIT / Designer

HDR • Glen Allen, VA

13h

About The Position

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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

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 successful candidate will be a part of a team that provides design support for large and small scale substation engineering projects. This is an excellent growth opportunity for a self-directed individual who wants to learn and take on new challenges.
In the role of Substation Electrical EIT, we will count on you to:

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

Nice To Haves

• Experience using standard industry design software required.
• EIT or the ability to obtain. Candidates hired without their EIT will be titled "Substation Electrical Designer" and will be expected to receive their EIT for career progression
• Previous consulting firm experience.
• Local candidate preferred
• Experience using standard industry design software required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills preferred.
• 5 years of substation design experience

Responsibilities

• Perform protection and control designs under supervision of Sr. Engineering staff.
• Develop schematic and wiring designs under supervision of Sr. Engineering staff.
• Assigns project tasks and provides technical guidance to junior team members on moderate to highly complex projects.
• Performs QC reviews for work performed by junior and mid-level engineers and/or designers.
• Works with senior engineers and technical leaders to identify and develop specific technical expertise and will attend training and seminars focused on further development and understanding of complex concepts related to their discipline.
• May assist with developing technical papers and/or presentations that showcase HDR’s technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events.
• Will also be responsible for quality control reviews of projects from other teams on an as needed basis.
• Works independently and may direct, mentor, train, and/or supervise efforts of less-experienced EIT's and/or Designers.

What This Job Offers

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