Senior Substation Structural Engineer & Project Lead

HDR, Inc.

Minnesota

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

HDR is seeking a Senior Substation Structural Project Engineer in the United States (Minnesota—Saint Louis Park). You will design civil/site layouts, perform quantity calculations, prepare specs, and lead engineering activities on power infrastructure projects.

Requires a PE license and 10+ years' design/PM experience; strong CAD/engineering software skills (e.g., MicroStation/InRoads) are essential. HDR offers an employee-owned culture and challenging, impactful work.

Qualifications

Minimum of 10 years design experience managing civil/site design projects.
Requires PE license recognized by the licensing board for the position location.
Experience in project engineering and project management.

Responsibilities

Design and plan production for general civil/site projects across varied work.
Conduct quantity calculations and prepare specifications/documents.
Provide technical expertise for complex problems and project directions.
Plan and develop projects with significant impact to programs.
Supervise staff and coordinate mid-to-large project teams.
Occasionally serve as a Project Manager on larger projects.
Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

MicroStation

InRoads

Civil engineering software

Education

PE license (Professional Engineer)

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'

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.

We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

In the role of Senior Substation Structural Project Engineer, we'll count on you to:

Design and plan production for general civil on a wide variety of projects, including site layouts, horizontal and vertical control, grading and drainage, paving, site utilities, and associated civil engineering activities
Conduct quantity calculations
Prepare specifications and contract documents
Perform complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures
Serve as a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization that resolves problems of greater scope and complexity as needed
Plan and develop projects or design activities that have significant impact on major company programs as needed
Plan, organize and supervise work of a medium to large staff of professionals and technicians as needed
Serve as a Project Manager on larger projects, although project management is not the sole focus of this position
Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Microsoft Office applications, MicroStation, InRoads and other civil engineering software as appropriate

Required Qualifications

A minimum of 10 years design experience managing various civil/site design projects

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

Project Engineering and Project Management 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.

Primary Location

: United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park

Other Locations

Industry

: Power

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

BusinessClass : Substation Engineering

Job Posting

: Sep 8, 2026

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

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

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

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