Lead Distribution Engineer: Power Systems & Projects

HDR, Inc.; Minnesota; Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

HDR is seeking a Distribution Electrical Engineer in Saint Louis Park, MN to join our power delivery team. In this role you will prepare engineering drawings, perform load flow and contingency analyses, and serve as lead engineer on projects across infrastructure, renewables, and industrial sectors.

You will mentor junior EITs, coordinate with other disciplines to ensure on-time delivery and code compliance, and contribute to QA/QC efforts.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Requires professional engineering license (PE or P. Eng).
• Experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• Proficiency with Power Market Sector design software: PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, Revit.
• Commitment to HDR's employee-owned culture.

Aufgaben

• Prepare drawings, calculations, analyses, and designs for distribution lines.
• Perform load flow and contingency analyses; conduct studies.
• Lead project engineering as subject matter expert.
• Create full design packages for Infrastructure, Renewables, Industrial projects.
• Mentor newer EITs; coordinate with PM and disciplines.
• Coordinate workload and ensure on-time deliverables.
• Write and edit project specifications; manage RFIs/COs.
• Provide construction contract administration as needed.
• Conduct QA/QC on work of others.

Kenntnisse

Power sector experience

Team coordination

Mentoring EITs

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

PE or P. Eng license

Tools

PLS CAD

AutoCAD

Plant 3D

AutoPipe

Revit

Jobbeschreibung

Distribution Electrical Engineer - ( 194385 )

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the 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.

Primary Responsibilities

The primary duties of a Distribution Project Engineer include preparation of engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports and designs for distribution overhead and underground lines, performing load flow analysis, contingency analysis, and coordination studies. This Engineer will be seen as the Lead Engineer for projects, and the subject matter expert in their area of expertise. They will create full design packages across many different projects: Infrastructure, Renewables, Industrial, etc. They will also be expected to mentor newer EIT’s to grow their careers and capabilities.

In the role of Distribution Project Engineer, we’ll count on you to:

Coordinate the work of the power design team 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 deliverable on schedule.

Conduct work sessions at the project site in conjunction with the Project Manager and other disciplines

Review project documents for areas of conflict with other disciplines.

Write and edit project specifications

Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, requests for information (RFIs), change orders (COs), 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 Engineers, Project Coordinators or Designers, or BIM Technicians as needed

Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Preference given to candidates local to the Madison/Milwaukee, WI or Minneapolis, MN area

Some travel may be required

Medium voltage design and power system study analysis experience

Part of a local or national organization within the industry

Previous presentation or white paper experience

Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm or electrical utility

A minimum of three (3) years of experience in project execution within the Power Sector Market

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.

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

Primary Location

: United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park

Other Locations

Industry

: Power

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

BusinessClass : Transmission/Distribution Eng

Job Posting

Job Posting

: Jul 14, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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