Electrical Engineer (Movable Bridge)

HDR, Inc.; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineer to lead design and inspection for lighting, power, systems and controls in a Bridges and Structures context on-site in Virginia Beach.

Candidates should hold a PE license (or equivalent) and an ABET-accredited electrical engineering degree, with 3+ years of design experience and proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation and MS Office. Travel and field work may be required.

Qualifications

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

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 electrical specifications; select equipment and devices.
• Provide construction support as needed and conduct QA/QC on peers' work.
• Travel may be required; mix of office and field work.

Skills

PE license

Active culture participation

Strong collaboration

Education

ABET-EAC Accredited B.E./B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Electrical design software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical design and inspection (lighting, power, systems, controls)
• Coordinate workload to complete on schedule and on budget
• Review electrical documents
• Write and 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
• Strong commitment to being an active participant of the employee‑owned culture is a must

Primary Location: United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach

Other Locations: United States-Virginia-Newport News

Industry: Bridges

Schedule: Full‑time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Bridges and Structures

Job Posting: May 12, 2025