Electrical Engineer (PE) - Buildings

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR seeks an Electrical Engineer (PE) to join our Buildings team in Phoenix, AZ, leading electrical design on large institutional and industrial projects and ensuring code compliance with reviewing authorities.

Responsibilities include coordinating the design team, mentoring junior staff, writing specs, and performing construction administration as needed. PE license and strong AutoCAD/Revit proficiency preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with Electrical emphasis.
• Professional engineer license required (PE).
• Experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work of the electrical design team on large institutional/industrial projects through schematic design to contract documents.
• Establish meetings and participate in code reviews with authorities having jurisdiction.
• Coordinate workload to complete the document on schedule.
• Conduct work sessions at the project site with the Project Manager and other disciplines.
• Review electrical documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines.
• Write/edit electrical specifications and select equipment, systems and devices.
• Coordinate with affected disciplines on addenda, RFIs, CPRs and change orders and incorporate changes.
• Provide construction contract administration as needed.
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Electrical Engineers, Coordinators or Technicians.
• Provide mentoring and oversight for less-experienced staff on various projects.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with an Electrical emphasis

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SKM

ETAP

BlueBeam

Job description

Electrical Engineer (PE) - Buildings - ( 195836 )

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?

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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:

• Coordinate work of the electrical design team on large institutional/industrial projects through the schematic design development and contract document phase of a project
• Establish meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance
• Coordinate workload to complete the document on schedule
• Conduct work sessions at the project site in conjunction with the Project Manager and other disciplines
• Review electrical documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines
• Write/edit electrical specifications and select equipment, electrical systems and devices
• Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, CPRs and change orders, and take responsibility to incorporate agreed-upon changes into the project documents
• Provide construction contract administration as needed
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Electrical Engineers, Electrical Coordinators or Technicians
• Provide mentoring and oversight for less-experienced staff on projects including Federal, Laboratory, Higher Education, and Data Center & Semiconductor.
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems)
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm desired
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired but not required
• Experience with SKM, ETAP, Revit, and BlueBeam are preferred

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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.

Primary Location

United States-Arizona-Phoenix

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Aug 31, 2026

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