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.

Primary Responsibilities

The primary duties of the System Protections and Studies EIT/Designer position are to perform engineering tasks with varying levels of complexity related to electrical transmission, substation, and distribution system protection concepts. These tasks would be assigned and managed by a Senior Engineer or Project Manager.

In the role of System Protections and Studies EIT/Designer, we'll count on you to:

• Conduct analyses, calculations, and develop recommendations associated with electrical system protection concepts including but not limited to:
• Electrical system models development, evaluations, and/or updates.
• Short circuit current calculations.
• Fault and device coordination studies.
• System protection setting recommendations.
• Arc flash incident energy calculations.
• System event analyses.
• Equipment ratings evaluations.
• Perform routine engineering and design tasks and participate in field reviews or construction observation.
• Work under the direct supervision of a Senior Engineer or PM.
• May work independently on small tasks and may assist senior engineers on larger, more complex projects.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related engineering degree
• Previous internship beneficial
• EIT certification strongly preferred. Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Coordinator" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
• Desire to pursue growth opportunities and obtain registration
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related enginering degree
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired but not required
• 1+ years of experience working directly with electrical system modeling and/or short circuit study software such as CAPE, ASPEN, CYME, ETAP, WindMil, Synergi, or SKM is strongly desired.
• 2+ years of experience doing electrical power system analysis, electrical system planning, protective device application, settings and substation design is highly preferred.
• Previous experience with utility engineering or engineering consulting firm is desired.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, MicroStation a plus.
• Preference given to local candidates.

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.