Senior Electrical Engineer – Data Center & Building Systems

HDR; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join the Building Engineering Services Group. You will design electrical infrastructure for data centers, commercial facilities, and public environments, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and leading electrical design efforts.

The role emphasizes client relations, project leadership, and compliance with codes. A PE license and a minimum of 10 years in building electrical design are required, with strong proficiency in AutoCAD and electrical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis.
• Minimum of 10 years experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting, power, systems).
• Professional engineering license recognized in the location of the position offered.
• Extensive knowledge of building electrical power, lighting and signal design, including life safety systems and building management systems.
• Strong computer knowledge of Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and electrical design software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the work of Electrical Engineers with multidisciplinary teams throughout the entire project’s development.
• Establish client relations and participate in marketing, design, and production meetings regarding electrical systems.
• Act as electrical lead on many projects and participate in code compliance reviews with governing agencies.
• Conduct schematic, design development, and contract document work sessions at the project site in conjunction with the Project Manager, Project Architect, and other disciplines.
• Coordinate workload through the development schedule to complete documents on schedule.
• Track financial aspects of projects and adjust work effort to stay within agreed schedule.
• Collaborate with Project Manager and Regional Controller for project reviews with corporate management as needed.
• Direct other electrical engineering professionals and mentor staff members.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

AutoCAD

MS Office

Electrical design software

Life safety systems

Building management systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with Electrical emphasis

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

HDR is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join the Building Engineering Services Group. You will design electrical infrastructure for data centers, commercial facilities, and public environments, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and leading electrical design efforts.

The role emphasizes client relations, project leadership, and compliance with codes. A PE license and a minimum of 10 years in building electrical design are required, with strong proficiency in AutoCAD and electrical