Electrical Engineer

HDR; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to design electrical systems for various building projects. This full-time position requires collaborating with project teams and clients, developing detailed construction documents, and performing design calculations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, an active professional engineering license, and strong skills in AutoCAD and Revit. Additional experience in electrical design and teamwork is highly valued. The role is based in Nashville, TN, with a commitment to equity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in electrical design of buildings.
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm.
• Active participant of employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate electrical design through all project phases.
• Develop construction documents and specifications.
• Track and meet design budgets.
• Provide design support during construction.

Skills

Electrical design of buildings

Strong leadership skills

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Revit

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional engineering license

Tools

SKM

AGI

Easy Power

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? 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. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

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 develop construction documents, specifications, engineering calculations, and perform RFI responses, shop drawing reviews, site investigations, and overall construction administration. Passion, self‑motivation, and strong leadership skills are a must to deliver technically excellent design solutions for our clients.

• Providing detailed design and coordination of facilities with team members.
• Preparing construction documents with BIM/CADD platforms.
• Editing and preparing design specifications and selecting equipment, electrical systems, and devices.
• Selecting equipment using vendor software and communicating with sales reps.
• Tracking and meeting design budgets.
• Performing load calculations.
• Attending design meetings with other team members.
• Coordinating the work of Electrical Engineers, EITs, and BIM Specialists with the balance of the multidisciplinary team throughout the entire project's development.
• Providing design support during construction, including field observations, submittal & shop drawing review, and Request for Information (RFI) support.
• Providing construction administration services throughout all phases of construction.
• Visiting project sites as requested or as contractually required to monitor construction progress and prepare field observation reports.
• Performing fieldwork and verifying existing conditions as required.
• Performing other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems).
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm is desired.

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).
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng)).
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD, 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.

Location

Primary location: United States – Kentucky – Louisville. Other locations: United States – Tennessee – Memphis; United States – Kentucky – Paducah; United States – Tennessee – Chattanooga; United States – Kentucky – Lexington; United States – Tennessee – Nashville; United States – Kentucky – Elizabethtown.

Employment

Full‑time Regular employee status. Building Electrical business class. Industry: Building Engineering. Schedule: Full‑time.

Equity and Inclusion

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.