Distribution Electrical Engineer

HDR; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 85,260 - 121,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time away

Job summary

HDR in Minnesota seeks a Distribution Project Engineer to lead design packages for distribution lines and perform load flow/contingency studies, mentoring junior engineers. You will coordinate a power design team through schematic design, agency reviews, and ensure on-schedule deliverables across infrastructure, renewables, and industrial projects.

The role requires a PE license, a bachelor’s in engineering, and 3+ years in the Power Market Sector, with proficiency in PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board (e.g., PE).
• Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office and standard Power Market Sector design software (e.g., PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, Revit).
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the work of the power design team through the schematic design development and contract document phase of a project.
• Establish meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance.
• Coordinate workload to complete the deliverable on schedule.
• Conduct work sessions at the project site in conjunction with the Project Manager and other disciplines.
• Review project documents for areas of conflict with other disciplines.
• Provide construction contract administration as needed.
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Engineers, Project Coordinators or Designers, or BIM Technicians as needed.

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

The primary duties of a Distribution Project Engineer include preparation of engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports and designs for distribution overhead and underground lines, performing load flow analysis, contingency analysis, and coordination studies. This Engineer will be seen as the Lead Engineer for projects, and the subject matter expert in their area of expertise. They will create full design packages across many different projects: Infrastructure, Renewables, Industrial, etc. They will also be expected to mentor newer EITs to grow their careers and capabilities.

• Coordinate the work of the power design team through the schematic design development and contract document phase of a project.
• Establish meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance.
• Coordinate workload to complete the deliverable on schedule.
• Conduct work sessions at the project site in conjunction with the Project Manager and other disciplines.
• Review project documents for areas of conflict with other disciplines.
• Write and edit project specifications.
• Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, requests for information (RFIs), change orders (COs), and take responsibility to incorporate agreed‑upon changes into the project documents.
• Provide construction contract administration as needed.
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Engineers, Project Coordinators or Designers, or BIM Technicians as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering or MBA.
• Preference given to candidates local to the Madison/Milwaukee, WI or Minneapolis, MN area.
• Some travel may be required.
• Medium voltage design and power system study analysis experience.
• Part of a local or national organization within the industry.
• Previous presentation or white paper experience.
• Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm or electrical utility.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in project execution within the Power Sector Market.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license).
• Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office and standard Power Market Sector design software (e.g., PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, Revit).
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture.

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, including medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. The salary range in Minnesota is $85,260 – $121,800.

Location

Primary Location: United States–Minnesota–Saint Louis Park. Other Locations: United States–Wisconsin–Madison, United States–Wisconsin–Milwaukee.

Employment Details

Industry: Power – Business Class: Transmission/Distribution Engineering. Schedule: Full‑time. Employee Status: Regular. Job Posting: July 15 2026.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an “Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer” https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.