Electrical Engineer

HDR, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 93,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our Building Engineering Services team in the Indianapolis office. You will design electrical systems for data centers and other facilities, coordinating with clients, project managers, architects, and other engineers.

This role emphasizes mentorship, cross-market collaboration, and delivering technically excellent design solutions. A PE license, degree in Electrical or Architectural Engineering, and proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Architectural Engineering (Electrical emphasis).
• Experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems).
• PE license recognized by licensing board (example: PE).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide detailed design and coordination of facilities with team members.
• Prepare construction documents with BIM/CADD platforms.
• Edit and prepare design specifications.
• Reviewing fee estimates and cost opinions and writing technical documents.
• Perform QA/QC review of construction documents and technical reports.
• Selecting equipment using vendor software and communicating with sales reps.
• Tracking and meeting design budgets.
• Performing load calculations.
• Attending and leading design meetings with other team members.
• Providing construction administration services throughout all phases of construction.
• Visit project sites as requested or contractually required to monitor construction progress and prepare field reports.
• Perform field work and verification of existing conditions where required.

Skills

Electrical design experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering (Electrical emphasis)

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SKM

AGI

EasyPower

Microsoft Office

Job description

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it's about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, you'll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

HDR is seeking to hire an Electrical Engineer to join our Building Engineering Services (BES) team in the Indianapolis office. Our team is looking for a candidate to design data centers for the top technology companies in the world. This person will have the opportunity to partner within our other market sectors including but not limited to Water/Wastewater, Federal, Industrial, and Commercial projects. We have a team with diverse experience and are actively seeking candidates with experience within one or more of the markets we serve. This individual should also have a desire to mentor and train younger electrical engineers.

Primary Responsibilities

As an Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for the electrical design through all phases of the project. This will include coordinating and working closely with clients, project managers, electrical team members, architects, other engineering disciplines, contractors, marketing members, and all other team members. You will be responsible for developing construction documents, specifications, engineering calculations, and performing RFI responses, shop drawing reviews, site investigation and overall construction administration. Passion, self-motivation, and strong leadership skills are a must to deliver technically excellent design solutions for our clients.

Responsibilities include

• Providing detailed design and coordination of facilities with team members
• Preparing construction documents with BIM/CADD platforms
• Editing and preparing design specifications
• Reviewing fee estimates and cost opinions and writing technical documents
• Performing QA/QC review of construction documents and technical reports
• Selecting equipment using vendor software and communicating with sales reps
• Tracking and meeting design budgets
• Performing load calculations
• Attending and leading design meetings with other team members
• Providing construction administration services throughout all phases of construction
• Visit Project Sites as requested or as contractually required to monitor construction progress and prepare field observation reports
• Perform field work and verification of existing conditions where required

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

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.

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
• tuition reimbursement

The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Chicago: $92,862 - $132,660

Primary Location: United States-Illinois-Chicago

Industry: Building Engineering

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Building Electrical

Job Posting: Sep 25, 2026