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HDR · 10 hours ago

Senior Substation Engineer

Irvine, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$132K/yr - $188K/yr

10+ years exp

HDR is a company that values employee engagement and aims to create a welcoming environment. The Senior Substation Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the technical aspects of substation projects, providing guidance to team members, and ensuring quality deliverables while contributing to the development of reliable and sustainable power systems.

ArchitectureConsulting

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Responsible for knowledge and execution of the technical aspects and deliverables of projects assigned and is an experienced, competent engineer who generally understands and can complete all technical requirements of projects of basic to moderate complexity

Develop a partnership with the PM. Whereas the PM is responsible for scope, schedule, budget, and client management - the SE is responsible for technical execution of the project.Develop and implement a project execution plan for the technical aspect of projects

Assign project tasks and provide technical guidance to project team members

Support the technical aspects of scope, schedule, and budget - including proposal development, work breakdown structure development and implementation, progress assessment, risk assessment/mitigation, change management, and schedule management

Coordinate and perform quality checks and reviews for all project deliverables per the HDR Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements, processes, and procedures to deliver a world-class quality product to the client. Perform quality checks and reviews of projects from other teams on an as-needed basis

Work independently and also direct, mentor, and train Electrical Engineers, Graduate Engineers, and Drafters/Designers

Lead multiple projects concurrently, utilizing teams in different locations

Work with senior engineers and technical leaders to identify and develop specific technical expertise and attend training and seminars focused on further development and understanding of complex concepts related to your discipline

Assist with developing technical papers and/or presentations that showcase HDR’s technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events

Perform other duties as needed

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringHigh Voltage DesignProject ExecutionCalifornia P.E. LicenseAutoCADMicrosoft OfficeSubstation DesignTechnical GuidanceQuality ManagementTeam Leadership

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

A minimum of 10 years of experience

Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license

Extensive experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector

Proficient 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

Due to client contract requirements: US Citizenship - US naturalizes citizen (foreign born) required

Preferred

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with an Electrical emphasis

California P.E. License

A minimum of 10 years of technical design experience with high voltage electrical switchyard and substation projects of varying complexity up to 765kV preferred, including at a minimum, conceptual knowledge of physical, electrical, civil, and structural design components as well as knowledge of IEC, IEEE, ANSI, and other applicable design and equipment standards

Specific experience performing aspects associated with substation design including substation layouts, plans, sections and details, grounding, lightning protection, control building arrangements, conduit plans and details, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and associated bills of material

Strong computer skills, AutoCAD, Microstation, Microsoft Office and electrical design software (e.g., CDEGS)

Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm desired

Some travel may be required

Preference will be given candidates local to the Irvine, CA area

Prior experience consulting or working for an electric utility considered a plus