Electrical Engineer (Transportation)

HDR, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee ownership culture

Retirement savings plan with employer

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in Boston, MA seeks an Electrical Engineer (Transportation) to lead electrical design for large institutional/industrial projects. You will coordinate the electrical design team through schematic design to contract documents, ensuring code compliance and schedule adherence.

The role requires a PE license and 3+ years of building electrical design experience. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SKM, AGI, and Easy Power is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis.
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license required.
• 3+ years of electrical design experience for buildings (lighting/power/systems).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SKM, AGI and Easy Power.
• Active participation in our employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate electrical design team on large institutional/industrial projects through schematic design development and CD phase.
• Establish meetings and reviews with agencies for code compliance.
• Coordinate workload to complete the document on schedule.
• Conduct site work sessions with PM and other disciplines.
• Review electrical documents for conflicts with other disciplines.
• Write/edit electrical specs and select equipment, systems and devices.
• Coordinate with affected disciplines on addenda, RFIs, CPRs and changes.
• Provide construction contract administration as needed.
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Electrical Engineers or Technicians.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SKM

AGI

Easy Power

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 transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR's Transportation Business Group, you'll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

In the role of Electrical Engineer (Transportation) 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
• 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
• Preference given to local candidates

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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.

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.) {Boston, MA}: $101,304 - $166,428

Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-Boston

Industry: Transit

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Rail and Transit Systems

Job Posting: Sep 29, 2026