HDR Engineering

Engineering

SubstationProjectEngineer

$80–139k Spokane, Washington, United States; Bellevue, Washington, United States; Seattle, Washington, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Substation Project Engineer at HDR Engineering. Skills: Substation engineering, Protection engineering, Control engineering, Physical design. Support preparing scopes. Support preparing schedules”

Industry & Context.

Engineering
Problems you'll solve

Prepare calculations; Perform studies

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3+ years experience in project execution, Experience in Substation Engineering, Emphasis in Physical design

Nice to Have

Masters degree in Engineering, Experience with an engineering consulting firm

What You'll Do.

Support preparing scopes

Support preparing schedules

Support preparing budgets

Ensure schedules are met

Ensure budgets are met

Understand physical substation design

Understand protection and control design

Prepare calculations for studies

Prepare calculations for reports

Prepare equipment specifications

Coordinate design activities

Communicate project activities

Coordinate project activities

Direct efforts of EITs

Direct efforts of Designers

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Coordinate with other departments; Communicate with manager; Communicate with clients

Communication Scope

Effectively communicate

Process & Methodology

Scopes, Schedules, Budgets

Full Job Description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future. Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'  Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.  HDR Engineering is looking for a Substation Project Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals.  The primary duties of the Substation Project Engineer include physical substation, protection, and control engineering for High Voltage Electric Utility projects, 12 kV through 500 kV.  Projects range in size, complexity, and voltage class from small distribution equipment upgrades to large transmission substation projects across the globe.  In the role of Substation Engineer, we'll count on you to:  Support preparing scopes, schedules, and budgets, and ensure that schedules and budgets are met  Understands physical substation de

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