Electrical Distribution Project Engineer

HDR; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 84,420 - 120,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Reno, Nevada, to focus on the design of overhead and underground electric power distribution systems. This role involves preparing technical deliverables and managing junior team members while conducting quality control reviews.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years of experience in the field. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and salary ranging from $84,420 to $120,600 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electrical distribution system analysis and design.
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board.
• Experience in electrical design of buildings, lighting, power, and systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver technical designs for power distribution systems.
• Coordinate construction packages for distribution lines.
• Provide guidance to junior team members and conduct quality control reviews.

Skills

Experience with electrical and planning analysis/design software

Strong client skills

Strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Revit

SKM

AGI

Easy Power

Job description

Responsibilities

• Preparing all technical aspects and deliverables associated with the conceptual and detailed design of overhead and underground electric power distribution systems, distribution system planning, lighting design, grounding and lightning protection.
• Coordinating the preparation of construction packages for overhead and underground distribution lines including plan and profile drawings, structure assemblies and details, stringing charts, staking tables, bills of material, and other applicable details.
• Assigning tasks and providing guidance to junior team members and coordinating quality control reviews for work performed by EITs and/or Designers.
• Identifying and implementing learning opportunities for EITs and/or Designers through such methods as job shadowing, assigning specific project tasks, and general knowledge sharing.
• Performing quality control reviews of projects from other teams as needed.
• Providing engineering input on specific project design issues and questions.
• Conducting engineering analyses to develop design options.
• Assisting with preparation of cost estimates or specifications.
• Attending client stakeholder meetings and leading design reviews with the client.
• Providing input to the development of project labor hours estimates and task schedules.
• Effectively managing multiple tasks for multiple projects while being cognizant of schedule and budget.
• Performing site visits during the design, construction, and as-built phases of projects, including participating in field reviews or construction observation.
• Works independently on: electrical clearance calculations, lighting photometric calculations, electrical load calculations, short circuit, overcurrent coordination and arc flash studies.
• Works with others within the group on technical report writing.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience performing aspects associated with overhead and underground electrical distribution system analysis and design, lighting design, distribution field staking, joint‑use field review and design, and knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).
• Experience with electrical and planning analysis/design software i.e. CYMCAP, ETAP, Synergi Electric, Milsoft WindMil, SKM, and Polywater Pull Planner.
• Experience with design tools for pole loading analysis: i.e. PLS‑CADD, O‑calc, SpidaCalc or Pole Foreman.
• Experience using Cad software packages for Electrical Distribution i.e. PLS‑CADD, MicroStation/AutoCAD/ArcGIS.
• Experience performing aspects associated with electrical distribution modeling and planning, distribution coordination, developing construction work plans, developing long‑range plans, distribution line design and staking, National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) knowledge, and low voltage lighting design.
• Strong client skills are preferred.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis.
• Previous experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems).
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• 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.

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes 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 expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. Pay transparency (Nevada): $84,420.00 - $120,600.00.

Primary Location: United States – Arizona – Tucson | Other Locations: United States – Arizona – Phoenix, United States – Nevada – Reno, United States – New Mexico – Albuquerque, United States – Nevada – Las Vegas. Industry: Power | Schedule: Full‑time | Employee Status: Regular | Business Class: Transmission/Distribution Engineering | Job Posting: May 22, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.