Electrical Coordinator

HDR, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. seeks an Electrical Design Coordinator in San Antonio to lead electrical design tasks across building projects. You will evaluate engineering techniques, develop owner-facing recommendations, and review documents for cross-discipline conflicts.

You will write specifications and may handle contract administration and field inspections. The role also involves supervising Electrical CAD Technicians and coordinating with architectural staff, with the opportunity to act as a Project Manager

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis.
• Desire to pursue growth opportunities and obtain registration.
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, Revit, SKM, AGI and Easy Power.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Perform assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of electrical engineering techniques and procedures.
• Work directly with owners to develop recommendations.
• Review electrical documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines.
• Write/edit electrical specifications, select equipment and electrical devices.
• Take on contract administration responsibilities requiring field inspections and conflict resolution.
• Make decisions on significant design and engineering features as needed.
• Function as a Project Manager on small and mid-size projects as needed, but project management is not the principal focus of position.
• Supervise work of Electrical CAD Technicians and coordinate design of assigned projects with architectural staff and other engineering disciplines as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Project coordination

Growth mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Revit

SKM

AGI

Easy Power

Job description

Electrical Design Coordinator

In the role of Electrical Design Coordinator, we'll count on you to:

• Perform assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of electrical engineering techniques and procedures
• Work directly with owners to develop recommendations
• Review electrical documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines
• Write/edit electrical specifications, select equipment and electrical devices
• Take on contract administration responsibilities requiring field inspections and conflict resolution
• Make decisions on significant design and engineering features as needed
• Function as a Project Manager on small and mid-size projects as needed, but project management is not the principal focus of position
• Supervise work of Electrical CAD Technicians and coordinate design of assigned projects with architectural staff and other engineering disciplines as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate.
• Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Coordinator" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
• 2+ years experience designing electrical lighting, power and systems for building projects; EIT
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired but not required

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
• Desire to pursue growth opportunities and obtain registration
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, Revit, SKM, AGI and Easy Power
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Primary Location: United States-Texas-San Antonio

Industry: Building Engineering

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Building Electrical

Job Posting: Feb 26, 2026