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Overview

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HDR Engineering is currently seeking an Electrical/Senior Electrical Engineer to join one of the largest, fastest growing, and comprehensive TMT (Tech, Media and Telecom) practices in the industry.

This person will be part of an integrated team responsible for the electrical design in support of Data Center and other Mission Critical buildings and infrastructure. The Data Center Electrical Engineer will be responsible for designing projects from start to finish, coordinating with clients, project managers, electrical team members, architects, other disciplines, contractors, marketing, and all team members. They will develop feasibility reports, construction documents, specifications, engineering calculations, and perform RFI responses, shop drawing reviews, site investigations, and overall construction administration. The role includes mentoring and training younger electrical engineers.

Opportunities are available in these preferred locations: US: Atlanta, Austin, Bellevue, Boise, Charlotte, Chicago, Columbus, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, Newark, New York, Omaha, Orlando, Pennington, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Portland, Raleigh, Sacramento/Folsom, Salt Lake City, San Antonio, Walnut Creek. UK: London, Manchester, Glasgow.

Primary duties include: developing electrical design for data center/mission critical projects; understanding client requirements around reliability, growth, cost, sustainability, schedules, and future flexibility; coordinating with multidisciplinary teams; attending design meetings; conducting schematic, design development, and contract document work sessions; participating in code compliance reviews; providing design support during construction including field observations, submittal/review, and RFI support; and travel as needed.

#### Responsibilities

• Mentoring/Managing
• Help grow a team that promotes career growth, high-quality construction documents, client satisfaction, and safety.
• Coordinate the work of Electrical Engineers, EITs, and BIM Specialists with a multi-disciplinary team through project development.
• Mentor, organize, and facilitate the growth of junior staff.
• Coordinate workload to complete documents on schedule.
• Technical
• Lead electrical design for data center/mission critical projects.
• Collaborate with clients on requirements for reliability, growth, first cost vs life cycle costs, sustainability, schedules, and future flexibility.
• Provide detailed design and coordination with multidisciplinary teams.
• Lead electrical discussions in design meetings.
• Perform schematic, design development, and contract document work sessions with Project Manager, Project Architect, and other disciplines.
• Participate in code compliance reviews with governing agencies.
• Provide design support during construction including field observations, submittal/shop drawing reviews, and RFI support.

#### Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong operating knowledge of Revit MEP
• Experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
• Data center/mission critical experience in an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
• Local candidates preferred

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
• Experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems)
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license
• Strong computer skills: AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Revit, SKM, AGI, Easy Power
• Active participation in HDR's employee-owned culture

What We Believe

HDR is our company. We build on life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture and strengthens our connection to clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we create an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. HDR supports Employee Network Groups and provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision, disability insurance, life insurance, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement savings with employer match, referral bonuses, and tuition reimbursement. The compensation range is location-dependent and based on experience and education. The targeted salary range for this position is $79,734 - $148,077.

Locations

Primary Location: United States-Nebraska-Omaha. Other Locations: United States-North Carolina-Charlotte, United States-Texas-Austin, United States-Washington-Bellevue, United States-Missouri-Kansas City, United States-Colorado-Denver, United States-New Jersey-Pennington, United States-New Jersey-Newark, United States-New York-New York, United States-Montana-Missoula, United States-Utah-Salt Lake City, United States-Texas-Houston, United States-Arizona-Phoenix, United States-Georgia-Atlanta, United States-California-Walnut Creek, United States-California-Folsom, United States-Oregon-Portland, United States-Florida-Orlando, United States-Illinois-Chicago, United States-California-Los Angeles, United States-Idaho-Boise, United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis, United States-North Carolina-Raleigh, United States-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh, United States-Nevada-Las Vegas, United States-Texas-San Antonio, United States-Montana-Billings, United States-Texas-Dallas, United States-Ohio-Columbus

Industry: Building Engineering • Schedule: Full-time • Employee Status: Regular • Job Posting: Jul 9, 2025

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. HDR complies with equal opportunity laws and participates in E-Verify where required.