In the role of Electrical Principal, we'll count on you to
Demonstrate exceptional leadership and serve as a senior technical advisor and thought leader in Electrical Engineering, setting the standard of practice and advancing technical excellence across HDR.
Lead and coordinate electrical engineering efforts throughout all phases of multidisciplinary projects, integrating electrical systems with the work of project managers, architects, engineers, and other disciplines.
Serve as Electrical Lead on complex projects, conducting schematic design, design development, and contract document work sessions and providing technical guidance to support successful project delivery.
Drive outstanding project delivery by coordinating workloads, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams to complete high-quality work on time and within established project parameters.
Establish and maintain strong client relationships, participate in marketing and project meetings, and work with teams to identify and win opportunities that grow the practice across HDR.
Promote a culture of quality and innovation, including coordinating code compliance reviews with governing agencies and advancing solutions that improve design and technical excellence.
Direct, mentor, and develop electrical engineering professionals, strengthening individual capabilities, elevating the practice, and helping attract highly qualified talent to HDR.
Represent HDR within the professional community to strengthen the firm's reputation, relationships, and recognition as a world-class provider of professional services.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
Extensive knowledge of building electrical power, lighting and signal design, including life safety systems and building management systems
Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm desired
Preference given to local candidates
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
A minimum of 20 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
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard design software.
Must be comfortable being viewed as a technical expert in engineering analysis and design and have proven background of technical leadership on these types of projects
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
- Our Commitment
- As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
