Electrical Engineering Leader - Building Design

HDR; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 156,464 - 223,520; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking an Electrical Engineering Leader to join its Building Engineering Services in Walnut Creek, California. This role involves providing electrical engineering expertise and supervision while leading a diverse team of professionals.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 10 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $156,464 to $223,520 annually based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in electrical engineering or related field.
• Electrical PE licensure in California.
• Commitment to quality and HDR values.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical engineering expertise and supervision.
• Oversee the Northern California BES electrical team.
• Coordinate services with other disciplines and clients.

Skills

Electrical engineering expertise

Strong communication and listening skills

Leadership and organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Master's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

SKM electrical system modeling software

Lighting modeling software such as Visual

Job description

Overview

HDR is an employee-owned company focused on creating an inclusive environment where each person is valued and respected, empowering authentic ideas and collaboration. HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group designs critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision and teamwork, from energy-efficient systems to resilient facilities. This is an opportunity to lead innovation, engineer impact, and contribute to the future of the built environment.

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Role

Electrical Engineering Leader will join the Building Engineering Services (BES) Business Group in Folsom or Walnut Creek, CA. Engineering Leaders influence culture, morale, recruiting, and provide technical leadership for pursuing and delivering work. They combine deep discipline expertise with an understanding of cross-discipline teams, and lead with a collaborative mindset to support HDR’s BES business goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical engineering expertise, supervision, and mentoring; produce electrical systems design for markets including Water/Wastewater, Municipal, Industrial, Federal, Resources, Transportation, Health Care, Technology, and Commercial.
• Oversee the operation of the Northern California BES electrical team, including staff development, workflow and forecasting, proposals and level of effort, scheduling, profitability, morale, and quality control; act as technical lead on projects and manage staff.
• Select, train, develop, and manage technical personnel; identify and recruit talent to grow the electrical section to meet BES design needs.
• Coordinate services with other disciplines; work with clients on project production and related issues; implement, monitor, and support company policy.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary design teams throughout planning, development of construction documents, and construction administration; develop construction drawings, specifications, and supporting calculations; review shop drawings in construction.
• Demonstrate self-motivation, collaboration, and strong leadership with initiative to deliver high-quality, technically sound electrical designs.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Actively engaged in professional or industry associations to enhance HDR technical expertise and brand
• Master's degree in electrical engineering
• Electrical PE licensure in California
• Strong communication and listening skills; ability to handle multiple assignments
• Leadership and organizational skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Proficiency with SKM electrical system modeling software
• Proficiency with lighting modeling software such as Visual

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Professional, Architecture, Engineering or related field
• 10 years of experience
• Commitment to quality, HDR values; maintains professional engineering registration
• Experience in development and management of diverse teams; ability to collaborate with area leaders and marketing staff
• Active participant in HDR’s employee-owned culture

Additional Information

Location: United States-California-Folsom; United States-California-Walnut Creek

Industry: Building Engineering

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Building Electrical

Compensation: The expected compensation range for this position is $156,464.00 - $223,520.00 annually, depending on skills, experience, education, and location.

Equal Opportunity

HDR is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. For more information, see https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.