Senior Electrical Power Engineer

HDR; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector is seeking a Senior Electrical Power Engineer to join their growing Power Generation team. The role involves leading design projects for utility-scale power and renewable energy, mentoring engineers, and managing client relationships. Candidates should have extensive experience in electrical power generation, a strong educational background, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in electrical power generation design.
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license required.
• Experience in Power Market Sector project execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead power generation design projects and mentor young engineers.
• Manage client relationships and lead marketing activities.
• Support natural gas and renewable energy projects as Owner’s Engineer.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Control Systems Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

PLS CAD

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and communities, constantly asking: What is our impact on the world?

Our Power Generation team is experiencing significant growth and is seeking a qualified Senior Electrical Power Engineer to support natural gas and renewable energy projects, serving as Owner’s Engineer or Advisor.

Preferred locations include: Austin, Ann Arbor, Boise, Bismarck, Billings, Charlotte, Chicago, Denver, Irvine, Fort Worth, Houston, Honolulu, Kansas City, Madison, Minneapolis, Missoula, Omaha, Phoenix, Portland, Richmond, Raleigh, Sacramento, San Diego, Seattle, Spokane, St Louis, Syracuse.

The candidate should have experience in utility-scale power and renewable energy, leading power generation design projects, including roles supporting Owner’s Engineering. Extensive experience in power generation, distribution, protection, motor control design, power system studies, and related areas is required. Mentoring young engineers, managing client relationships, and leading marketing activities are also key responsibilities.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with an Electrical Power emphasis.
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Control Systems Engineering with an Electrical Power focus.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in electrical power generation design.
• Design experience with simple cycle and combined cycle power plants.
• Experience with consulting or EPC firms preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership capabilities.
• Deep knowledge of three-phase electrical power, protection, control design, and related systems.
• Ability to work with project teams and mentor staff.
• Travel less than 10% for meetings and site visits.

**Required Qualifications:**

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Experience in Power Market Sector project execution.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and sector-specific design software (e.g., PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Revit).

HDR values diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment. We offer comprehensive benefits and competitive salary ranges based on experience and location.