Electrical Coordinator

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking an Electrical Design Coordinator in Texas, to support design, coordination, and project delivery for building projects. You will work closely with owners, review documents for cross-discipline conflicts, and help develop electrical solutions from concept through completion.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical/Architectural Eng with Electrical emphasis, 2+ years in electrical design, and proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SKM, AGI, and Easy Power. EIT progression is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Architectural Eng with Electrical emphasis.
• EIT path; may start as Coordinator until registered.
• 2+ years designing electrical lighting, power, and systems for buildings.
• Sustainable design/LEED experience desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop recommendations with owners.
• Review electrical documents for conflicts with other disciplines.
• Write/edit electrical specifications and select equipment.
• Provide contract administration with field inspections and conflict resolution.
• Lead small to mid-size projects as needed.
• Supervise Electrical CAD Technicians and coordinate with architecture/other disciplines.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Electrical design

Project coordination

Leadership

Communication

Sustainable design

EIT path

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Architectural Eng (Electrical emphasis)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SKM

AGI

Easy Power

Microsoft Office

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?
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.

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
• 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

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.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-San Antonio

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Aug 12, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employee.
We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.