Electrical Engineer – Power and Renewables

HDR; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineer to join its Power Generation and Renewables team. The role involves day-to-day electrical engineering and design for power facilities, including simple/combined cycle, PV solar, and storage projects.

The candidate will lead design teams, perform power system analyses and develop detailed design packages while coordinating with HDR disciplines. Travel to project sites is expected as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license recognized by licensing board.
• 6+ years of related experience in power generation.
• Experience with design for simple/combined cycle gas turbines, renewables, coal and hydroelectric.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and coordinate design teams through schematic and contract document phases.
• Mentor less experienced engineers and designers.
• Prepare detailed design packages for generation and storage facilities.
• Prepare engineering calculations and reports (load flow, short circuit, grounding, arc flash).
• Lead modifications including relay upgrades and plant control system upgrades.
• Develop input/output lists and interface with plant control systems.

Skills

Power systems design

Project leadership

Client management

Field visits

Electrical design

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

Plant 3D

Revit

PVsys

PVcase

ETAP

SKM

CDEGS

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. We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future. Power Generation and Renewables is one of our fastest growing practices in the Southeast. This position provides a key point of entry into HDR, with tremendous potential for career growth. Primary Responsibilities HDR is seeking a highly motivated Electrical Engineer with a strong work ethic to join our Power Generation and Renewables team. This individual will be a key member of HDR’s rapidly growing engineering team and will provide day-to-day execution of electrical engineering and design deliverables for power generating facilities; primarily simple cycle, combined cycle, PV solar, battery energy storage and microgrid. It is expected that the successful candidate may:

• Lead, manage, and coordinate the work of design teams through the schematic design development and contract document phases of projects.
• Lead, manage, mentor and develop less experienced electrical engineers and designers.
• Coordinate workload to complete the deliverables on schedule.
• Be a primary client contact for projects with significant electrical scope.
• Conduct field visits at project sites in conjunction with the Project Manager and other disciplines.
• Prepare detailed design packages for generation and storage facilities.
• Prepare engineering calculations and reports such as load flow, short circuit, grounding and arc flash studies.
• Lead and support modification projects include relay protection upgrades, inverter replacements, plant control system upgrades, excitation, governor, and power system upgrades.
• Prepare major plant equipment specification for generators, oil-filled and dry-type transformers, medium and low voltage motors, switchgear, inverters, motor control centers, PLC and DCS control systems.
• Coordinate power plant electrical engineering design effort with other HDR disciplines and project personnel.
• Perform cable, raceway and equipment sizing calculations.
• Prepare cable and conduit schedules and routing drawings.
• Develop Input and Output (I/O) Lists and interface with the plant control system.
• Testing and commissioning plans.
• Review of engineering work deliverables following HDR Quality Process.
• Lead project teams and provide internal and external technical status updates as needed.
• Maintain good relationships with peers, client organizations, vendor representatives and sub-consultants.
• Identify and develop new strategic relationships that will support winning and executing assignments for the Power Generation and Renewable team and other groups within HDR. This position is subject to a preemployment drug test. Preferred Qualifications
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or similar
• Previous proposal development and client management experience
• 6 years of related experience, local candidates are preferred
• Engineering experience in the following areas:
• Engineering design experience for simple/combined cycle gas turbines, renewables, coal and hydroelectric
• Electrical powerhouse and balance of plant controls and power systems
• Knowledge of large-scale power generation electrical and control systems (medium and low voltage switchgear and motor control centers, diesel generators, UPS systems, VFD’s, PLC’s, Excitation and Governor Systems)
• Experience with detailed design for large power generation is highly desirable
• Prior experience in a consulting engineering environment is highly desirable
• Electrical System Design Software knowledge such as PVsys, PVcase, ETAP, SKM, and / or CDEGS is highly desired
• Produce design drawings including one-lines, three-lines, schematics, general arrangements, connection diagrams, raceway drawings, and bill of materials
• Experience developing proposals and estimates for Power Generation and Renewable projects
• Previous supervisory experience
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Occasional travel is required Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software. (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit)
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture 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-North Carolina-Charlotte Other Locations:United States-Georgia-Pooler, United States-Georgia-Atlanta, United States-South Carolina-Greenville, United States-North Carolina-Raleigh, United States-South Carolina-Fort Mill, United States-North Carolina-Winston-Salem, United States-North Carolina-Wilmington, United States-North Carolina-Asheville Industry:Power Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Regular BusinessClass:Power Generation Job Posting:Jun 2, 2026 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affiantive 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.