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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 looking for a Lead Electrical/I&C Design Engineer to join our Power program, to be based out of any of the following HDR offices: Charlotte, Raleigh, Charleston (SC), Columbia (SC), or Greenville (SC). This individual will be a key member of HDR's rapidly growing engineering team and will provide day-to-day execution of electrical engineering and design deliverables for power generating facilities, specifically hydro, battery storage, coal fired, simple cycle, combined cycle and microgrid projects. On a day-to-day basis, they will be expected to:

• Perform engineering work scopes and proposals
• Prepare detailed design packages for new and modifications to existing power generation facilities
• Work on a variety of projects which may include relay protection upgrades, plant control system upgrades, excitation, governor, and power system upgrades
• Perform engineering calculation reports
• Specify major plant equipment such as generators, oil-filled and dry-type transformers, medium and low voltage motors, switchgear, motor control centers, PLC and DCS control systems
• Coordinate power plant electrical engineering design effort with other HDR disciplines and project personnel
• Perform cable, raceway and equipment sizing calculations
• Execute cable and conduit schedules and routing drawings
• Develop Input and Output (I/O) List and interface with the plant control system
• Provide technical leadership with mentorship from senior electrical and I&C engineers
• Execute review of engineering work deliverables following HDR QA/QC procedures
• Self-manage projects and tasks assigned and provide status updates as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
• PE license
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical design for the following: hydroelectric, renewable, fossil power generation facilities or heavy industrial facilities; electrical powerhouse and balance of plant controls and power systems; knowledge of large-scale power generation electrical and control systems (medium and low voltage switchgear and motor control centers, diesel generators, UPS systems, VFD's, PLC's, Excitation and Governor Systems)
• Ability to produce design drawings including one-lines, three-lines, schematics, general arrangements, connection diagrams, raceway drawings, and bill of materials
• Occasional travel is required, majority of travel is local (within the Carolinas)
• Strong computer knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with detailed design for large power generation is highly desirable
• Prior experience in a consulting engineering environment is highly desirable
• CADD Software knowledge such as AutoCAD, MicroStation is highly desirable
• Electrical System Design Software knowledge such as ETAP, SKM, and / or CDEGS is highly desirable
• Local candidates are preferred

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.