Electrical Engineer (Movable Bridge)

HDR; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Short and long-term disability

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time away

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Retirement savings plan with employer

Employee referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR seeks an Electrical Engineer to perform electrical design and inspection across lighting, power, systems, and controls. You will coordinate workloads, review documents, and write specifications while ensuring work stays on schedule and budget.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering (ABET-EAC), 3+ years of electrical design experience, and a PE or P.Eng license. Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, and MS Office is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET-EAC Accredited).
• 3+ years of experience in electrical design (lighting/power/systems/controls).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or P.Eng.
• Proficient with AutoCAD, MicroStation, Microsoft Office, and electrical design software.
• Active participation in our employee-owned culture is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical design and inspection (lighting/power/systems/controls).
• Coordinate workload to complete on schedule and on budget.
• Review electrical documents and write/edit specifications.
• Select equipment and electrical systems; provide construction support.
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of others.
• Travel may be required; work includes office and field environments.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Electrical design software

Education

ABET-EAC Accredited Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

MS 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 Engineer we'll count on you to:

• Perform electrical design and inspection (lighting/power/systems/controls)
• Coordinate workload to complete on schedule and on budget
• Review electrical documents
• Write/edit electrical specifications and select equipment, electrical systems and devices
• Provide construction support as needed
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Electrical Engineers, Electrical Coordinators or Technicians
• Perform other duties as needed
• Work will include a mixture of office and field work and may require travel

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years experience in electrical design (lighting/power/systems/controls)
• Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm desired
• Preference given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET-EAC Accredited Degree)
• Previous experience in electrical design (lighting/power/systems/controls)
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD, MicroStation, Microsoft Office, and electrical design software
• 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.

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. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Newport News, VA: $84,420-$120,600.
• Primary Location:United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach
• Other Locations:United States-Virginia-Newport News
• Industry:Bridges
• Schedule:Full-time
• Employee Status:Regular
• BusinessClass:Bridges and Structures
• Job Posting:May 12, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affiliated Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.