Lead Electrical Engineer – Mission-Critical Facility Power

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is conducting a multi-disciplinary team placement of 50+ professionals at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs for a long-term Base Maintenance Contract. The Senior Electrical Engineer will lead electrical design and coordination across projects supporting mission critical facilities and site systems.

The contract is expected to begin in early 2026 with an eight-year duration. The successful candidate will mentor staff, ensure code compliance, and collaborate with PMs,

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates will have knowledge and/or experience with federal contracts and/or the Air Force Civil Engineering Squadron.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, design, and coordinate a broad range of electrical engineering activities.
• Coordinate the work of Electrical Engineers with a multi-discipline team throughout project development.
• Participate in design, production meetings and reviews for electrical systems.
• Lead on multiple projects as electrical lead.
• Coordinate with governing agencies for code compliance.
• Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions with PM, Architect and other disciplines.
• Mentor staff as needed.
• Serve as a technical expert for building and site electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, UPS, security and telecoms.
• Provide expert advice in facilities design with emphasis on electrical systems for mission critical facilities.
• Assist in coordinating all phases of engineering, construction, and inspection; review shop drawings and invoices; ensure schedule and budget adherence.
• Prepare in-house design packages for contracts including drawings, specs, and independent government estimates.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Federal contracts

Air Force project experience

Mentoring

Job description

HDR is conducting a multi-disciplinary team placement of 50+ professionals at the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs for a long-term Base Maintenance Contract. The Senior Electrical Engineer will lead electrical design and coordination across projects supporting mission critical facilities and site systems.

The contract is expected to begin in early 2026 with an eight-year duration. The successful candidate will mentor staff, ensure code compliance, and collaborate with PMs,