Lead Substation Engineering Manager

HDR, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Substation Engineering Manager (EM) to lead high-voltage substation projects within our Power Delivery practice. You will guide a technical team, develop execution plans, and partner with the Project Manager to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery of complex substation work.

The role requires a PE license, 10+ years in design, and strong leadership with cross-location teams. Travel may be required; HDR offers extensive growth in a employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field is required.
• Substation design experience including indoor and outdoor is required.
• 10+ years of management experience.
• Professional Engineering License preferred.
• Strong communication and listening skills are essential.
• Ability to lead multiple projects concurrently and travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Develops a partnership with a Project Manager and leads the technical team to deliver project outcomes.
• Creates and implements a project execution plan for technical aspects.
• Allocates tasks and provides technical guidance to project team members.
• Supports scope, schedule, and budget through proposal development, work breakdown structures, and risk management.
• Mentors Project Engineers, EITs, or CAD/Designers.
• Performs quality checks per HDR QMS and ensures a world-class product for the client.
• Leads multiple projects across locations with senior engineers and technical leaders.
• Develops technical expertise and participates in training and industry presentations.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Professional Engineering License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Zoom

WebEx

Teams

Job description

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Substation Engineering Manager (EM) to lead high-voltage substation projects within our Power Delivery practice. You will guide a technical team, develop execution plans, and partner with the Project Manager to ensure on-time, within-budget delivery of complex substation work.

The role requires a PE license, 10+ years in design, and strong leadership with cross-location teams. Travel may be required; HDR offers extensive growth in a employee-owned culture.