HDR · 1 day ago
Electrical Distribution Project Engineer
HDR is a company focused on creating a welcoming environment for its employee-owners. As an Electrical Distribution Project Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and planning of electric power distribution systems, coordinating project deliverables, and managing junior team members.
Responsibilities
Preparing all technical aspects and deliverables associated with the conceptual and detailed design of overhead and underground electric power distribution systems, distribution system planning, lighting design, grounding and lightning protection
Coordinating the preparation of construction packages for overhead and underground distribution lines including plan and profile drawings, structure assemblies and details, stringing charts, staking tables, bills of material, and other applicable details
Assigning tasks and providing guidance to junior team members and coordinating quality control reviews for work performed by EITs and/or Designers
Identifying and implementing learning opportunities for EITs and/or Designers through such methods as job shadowing, assigning specific project tasks, and general knowledge sharing
Performing quality control reviews of projects from other teams as needed
Providing engineering input on specific project design issues and questions
Conducting engineering analyses to develop design options
Assisting with preparation of cost estimates or specifications
Attending client stakeholder meetings and leading design reviews with the client
Providing input to the development of project labor hours estimates and task schedules
Effectively managing multiple tasks for multiple projects while being cognizant of schedule and budget
Performing site visits during the design, construction, and as-built phases of projects, including participating in field reviews or construction observation
Works independently on: electrical clearance calculations, lighting photometric calculations, electrical load calculations, short circuit, overcurrent coordination and arc flash studies
Works with others within the group on technical report writing
Perform other duties as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
Previous experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems)
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license
Strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, Revit, SKM, AGI and Easy Power
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred
5+ years of experience performing aspects associated with overhead and underground electrical distribution system analysis and design, lighting design, distribution field staking, joint-use field review and design, and knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC)
Experience with electrical and planning analysis/design software i.e. CYMCAP, ETAP, Synergi Electric, Milsoft WindMil, SKM, and Polywater Pull Planner
Experience with design tools for pole loading analysis: i.e. PLS-CADD, O-calc, SpidaCalc or Pole Foreman
Experience using Cad software packages for Electrical Distribution i.e. PLS-CADD, MicroStation/AutoCAD/ArcGIS
Experience performing aspects associated with electrical distribution modeling and planning, distribution coordination, developing construction work plans, developing long range plans, distribution line design and staking, National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) knowledge, and low voltage lighting design
Strong client skills are preferred
Company
HDR
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