Substation Civil / Structural EIT/Designer

HDR, Inc.; Virginia, Glen Allen (MN, MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Substation Civil-Structural Engineer, where your contributions will help shape the future of power delivery. This exciting role offers the opportunity to work on diverse substation engineering projects and collaborate with a talented team. You will prepare detailed engineering drawings, conduct site visits, and develop design deliverables that meet industry standards. With a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, this innovative firm fosters an environment where every employee is valued and empowered to make a difference. If you're ready to take on new challenges and grow your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or related engineering field required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering drawings and calculations for electrical substations.
• Work with Designers and CADD Technicians to develop compliant drawings.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Structural Engineering

Microsoft Office

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

Tedds

Lpile

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the 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.

HDR is looking for a Substation Civil - Structural Engineer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals.

The successful candidate will be a part of a team that provides design support for large, medium, and small-scalesubstation engineering projects. This is an excellent growth opportunity for a self-directed individual who wants to learn and take on new challenges.

In the role of Substation Civil / Structural EIT, we'll count on you to:

• Prepare engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports and designs for electrical substations (Low, Medium and High Voltage).


• Prepare calculations, design sketches and redline drawings.


• Work with Designers and CADD Technicians to develop drawings in accordance with national design standards, safety codes and project specifications and requirements.


• Develop design deliverables including fabrication level steel drawings and foundation construction drawings.


• Participate on site visits during the design, construction and as-built phases of projects.


• May also assist with developing technical papers and/or presentations that showcase HDR's technical capabilities at industry conferences or other events.


• Participate in project reviews as needed.


• Some travel may be required.

Due to client contract requirements US-born citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or related engineering field


• Master's degree


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to work in a team environment.


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Self-motivated and ability to take initiative.


• EIT certification or ability to pass the FE exam within 6 months strongly preferred. Candidates hired without their EIT will be titled "Designer" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression


• Experience with Tedds, Lpile or similar structural design software.


• Prior experience consulting or working for an electric utility is a plus.


• Expose to substation design is a plus


• Local candidates preferred

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

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-Virginia-Glen Allen

Other Locations:United States-Virginia-Roanoke, United States-Virginia-Vienna

Industry:Power

Schedule:Full-time

Employee Status:Regular

BusinessClass:Substation Engineering

Job Posting:Apr 16, 2025