Senior Electrical Technology Engineer

HDR, Inc.; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in Glen Allen, Virginia seeks a Senior Electrical Technology Engineer to lead electrical design for complex building projects within HDR's Building Engineering Services Group.

You will drive construction documents, coordinate with multidiscipline teams, and ensure designs meet performance, safety and sustainability goals. A PE license, 10+ years of electrical design experience, and proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office are required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, select and apply state-of-the-art low voltage technology system, techniques, procedures, design and modifications.
• Design and specify low voltage technology systems including but not limited to technology systems with structured cabling, outside plant and fiber optic systems.
• Understand medical technology systems design such as nurse call, patient EETV, physiological monitoring, EMS radio and distributed antenna systems.
• Take responsibility for complete set of construction documents.
• Independently perform low voltage technology/electrical engineering assignments with broad general instruction from Project Manager as to the results expected.
• Select and write specifications covering all low voltage technology system matters, perform reviews, and work directly with owners as part of project team.

Skills

PE license

Electrical design

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering (Electrical emphasis)

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Electrical Technology Engineer - ( 196954 )

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.

• Evaluate, select and apply state-of-the-art low voltage technology system, techniques, procedures, design and modifications


• Design and specify low voltage technology systems including but not limited to technology systems with structured cabling, outside plant and fiber optic systems


• Understand medical technology systems design such as nurse call, patient EETV, physiological monitoring, EMS radio and distributed antenna systems


• Take responsibility for complete set of construction documents


• Recognize that assignments have objectives that require investigation of many variables


• Independently perform low voltage technology/electrical engineering assignments with broad general instruction from Project Manager as to the results expected


• Select and recommend procedures, security devices and equipment, write specifications covering all low voltage technology system matters, perform reviews, and work directly with owners as a part of project team


• Assist other Designers, Project Coordinators or Technicians as needed, and be responsible for work in all phases of low voltage technology design process


• Conduct QA/QC on work of other Project Coordinators or Technicians as needed


• Perform other duties as needed

Due to client contract requirements, US-born citizenship is required. This position is subject to a governmental background check.

Required Qualifications

Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis


• A minimum of 10 years experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems);


• Extensive knowledge of building electrical power, lighting and signal design, including life safety systems and building management systems


• Strong computer knowledge of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD, and electrical design software


• 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.

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.

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Oct 20, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Aff We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.