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HDR · 13 hours ago

Distribution Project Engineer

HDR is a company committed to creating a welcoming environment for its employee-owners. In the role of Distribution Project Engineer, you will work under the direction of Project Managers to develop design options and prepare construction drawings for medium voltage power systems, while also conducting QA/QC on projects and assisting with cost estimates.

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Responsibilities

Work under the direction of Project Manager(s)
Conduct analyses to develop design options, perform modeling and/or calculations, and prepare design sketches and concept drawings for medium voltage overhead and underground power systems
Work with Designers and CAD Technicians to develop construction drawings in accordance with national design standards, safety codes and project specifications and requirements
Assist with preparing cost estimates or specifications
Participate in field reviews or construction observation
Typical designs include electrical layout design, cable heating calculations, fuse coordination, overhead and underground design, and development of bill of materials. Designs must also consider construction requirements
Occasional short-term travel (typically 1-5 days) may be necessary. Longer term (several weeks) assignments may be required infrequently on project assignments
Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Distribution Project Engineers or Distribution Coordinators
Perform other duties as needed

Qualification

Medium voltage designEngineering software proficiencyProfessional Engineer (PE) licenseProject execution experienceElectrical Engineering degreeMicrosoft OfficeAttention to detailOrganizational skillsWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector
Computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software. (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit)
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

Preferred

Minimum of four years experience related to medium-voltage or distribution-level design
Experience using engineering software for medium voltage design or analysis such as CYMCAP, CYMEDIST, Milsoft Windmil, PLS-Pole, SKM, and/or other related tools
Graduate Degree or Certificate in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power systems
Experience in the medium voltage design of large industrial facilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Company

HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No.

H1B Sponsorship

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2023 (6)
2022 (3)
2021 (5)
2020 (8)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

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