Electrical Engineer - Power Generation

HDR; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Electrical Engineer - Power Generation in San Antonio, TX. This role involves leading design projects, mentoring junior engineers, and requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering along with relevant licenses. The ideal candidate has experience in power generation and renewable energy, ensuring quality work and developing client relationships. This position promotes a collaborative and inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Experience within utility-scale power and renewable energy industry.
• Design and engineer-of-record work experience with power plant systems.
• Capability to conduct work sessions and project meetings.

Responsibilities

• Support power generation design projects and engineering tasks.
• Perform QA/QC on the work of other engineers.
• Assist in proposal technical writing and marketing activities.

Skills

Power generation and distribution

Renewable energy knowledge

Mentoring junior engineers

Client relationship skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer license (P.E.)

Tools

Microsoft Office

ETAP

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

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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. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and communities, and we continually ask: What is our impact on the world?

In the role of Electrical Engineer - Power Generation, we’ll count on you to:

Responsibilities

• Have experience within the utility-scale power and renewable energy industry and be capable of supporting power generation design projects, including leading multiple design and engineering tasks simultaneously.
• Experience in power generation and distribution, renewable energy, protection and motor control design, power system studies, construction and equipment specification development, and balance of plant designs such as raceway, lighting, and grounding systems.
• Interest or experience in the renewables and battery energy storage systems (BESS) market is highly desired.
• Mentor junior engineers, develop client relationships, and support marketing activities such as proposal technical writing, fee builds, and development of work breakdown structures.
• Design and engineer-of-record work experience with power plant systems is required.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Texas or ability to obtain reciprocity.
• Protection and control design experience including setting calculations and electronic file development.
• Instrumentation and Controls experience, particularly with DCS and PLC systems, is a plus.
• Field experience, including startup and commissioning, is desired.
• Experience in renewable energy (PV, BESS, etc.) and DER or “microgrid” projects is highly desired.
• Previous experience with an engineering power consulting firm is desired.
• Willingness to grow into a team lead or section manager role.
• Knowledge and experience with three-phase electrical power, protection and control design, system grounding, physical design, and related activities including lighting, instrumentation and control, and life-safety systems.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office and standard Power Market Sector design software (examples include ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, CYMCAD, PSCAD, etc.).
• Ability to conduct work sessions and project meetings, participate in site reviews with the Project Manager and other disciplines, and provide construction contract administration as needed.
• Develop project schematic design and contract document phases, including reviewing project documents, writing project specifications, and coordinating areas of conflict with other disciplines.
• Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, COs, JSAs, and incorporate changes into project documents.
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of other engineers, project coordinators, or designers.
• Demonstrate an active participation in our employee-owned culture.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., PE or P.Eng).
• Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office and standard Power Market Sector design software (examples include PLS-Cadd, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit).
• Commitment to being an active participant in 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 and trust with clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we create an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their 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 foster belonging and encourage engagement. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Dallas

Other Locations

United States-Texas-Tyler, United States-Texas-Round Rock, United States-Texas-Fort Worth, United States-Texas-Austin, United States-Texas-San Antonio, United States-Oklahoma-Oklahoma City, United States-Oklahoma-Tulsa, United States-Texas-El Paso

Industry

Power

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Power Generation

Job Posting

Oct 9, 2025

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.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management, Consulting, and Engineering

Industries

Oil and Gas, Utilities, and Electrical and Electronics Manufacturing

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