Security Designer 1

HDR, Inc.; Glen Allen (MO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Security Designer I to help evaluate and apply state-of-the-art security systems, and to design security solutions involving PLCs, CCTV, and card access equipment. You will assist in preparing construction documents and perform other duties as needed.

The role supports HDR's Building Engineering Services and reflects our employee-owned culture, with local candidates preferred and a focus on delivering secure, resilient infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or combination of education and relevant experience.
• Must be an active participant in HDR's employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and apply state-of-the-art security systems, techniques, procedures, designs and modifications
• Design security systems involving PLC's, CCTV's and card access equipment
• Assist in preparation of construction documents
• Perform other duties as needed

Skills

Active participation in employee-owned

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

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

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it's about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, you'll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

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.

In the role of Security Designer I, we'll count on you to:

• Evaluate and apply state-of-the-art security systems, techniques, procedures, designs and modifications
• Design security systems involving PLC's, CCTV's and card access equipment
• Assist in preparation of construction documents
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Local candidates preferred

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or combination of education and relevant experience
• 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.) Fulton, MD: $63,756 - $91,080. Arlington, VA: $69,552 - $99,360. Glen Allen, VA: $57,960 - $82,800. Vienna, VA: $69,552 - $99,360. Virginia Beach, VA: $57,960 - $82,800.

Primary Location: United States-Virginia-Glen Allen

Other Locations: United States-Virginia-Vienna, United States-Virginia-Arlington, United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach, United States-Maryland-Fulton

Industry: Building Engineering

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Building Electrical

Job Posting: Jul 13, 2026