Electrical Engineer

HDR Sacramento, California
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July 13, 2023
HDR
Sacramento, California
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.

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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 currently seeking to hire a Staff Electrical Engineer to work as an integral part of the Power Generation practice in our Sacramento office. This practice focuses on hydropower and renewable projects as well as supporting our irrigation and industrial clients. The primary role of the Electrical Engineer is to perform the design of complex systems, exercising judgment in evaluation and selection of equipment and system components. This position requires an experienced engineer who will be responsible for coordinating with multidiscipline design teams, and managing workflow through all stages of design including schematic, design development, and construction document phases to complete documents on schedule.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Electrical Engineer we'll count on you to:
  • Coordinate work of the electrical design team on large institutional/industrial projects through the schematic design development and contract document phase of a project
  • Establish meetings and participate in reviews with internal reviewers and client review team
  • Coordinate workload to complete assigned tasks on schedule, while balancing priorities of multiple projects
  • Conduct work sessions at the project site in conjunction with the Project Manager and other disciplines.
  • Review electrical documents for areas of conflict with other disciplines, communicate and coordinate needs from other disciplines to achieve complete design.
  • Write/edit electrical specifications and select equipment, electrical systems and devices to meet project requirements.
  • Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, CPRs and change orders, and take responsibility to incorporate agreed-upon changes into the project documents.
  • Familiarity of system protection functions and controls in generation systems and industrial power distribution systems at medium and low voltages.
  • Provide construction contract administration support as needed.
  • Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Electrical Engineers, Electrical Coordinators or Technicians
  • Perform other duties as needed
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
  • PE
  • Strong computer skills, AutoCAD, Bentley CONNECT, Microsoft Office and electrical design software such as SKM PTW, Easypower, and or ETAP
  • Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm desired
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred Qualifications
  • 5+ years experience in electrical system design and analysis (power/systems/protection)
  • Experience and/or interest in renewables design desired but not required
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.

Primary Location

United States-California-Sacramento

Industry

Power

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass

Hydropower

Job Posting

Sep 17, 2021

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity in all of our offices. USA: We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law. CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.

Health and safety is also our priority. For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol testing, before or during employment, based on our Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy. If you are required to drive for us, we require a valid driver's license and compliance with our vehicle policy.

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