Substation Coordinator – Power

HDR; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Substation Coordinator in Seattle to conduct electrical design analyses, prepare cost estimates, and support project engineers across diverse substation projects. You will contribute to small projects or assist on larger initiatives while leveraging AutoCAD, Revit, SKM, and Power software.

A Bachelor’s in Electrical/Architectural Eng with an Electrical emphasis is required, with EIT preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with Electrical emphasis or related field.
• EIT license preferred; without it, may be termed Substation Coordinator and must pursue EIT for career progression.
• Previous internship experience beneficial and encouraged.
• Desire to pursue registration and growth within employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analyses to develop electrical design options or cost estimates and assist in preparing specifications.
• Perform routine electrical engineering assignments with guidance from Project Engineer/Manager.
• Work on projects with clear objectives and limited variables.
• Contribute to small projects or assist senior engineers on larger projects.
• Collaborate with Project Engineers, other Electrical EITs or Technicians as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

EIT license preferred

Internship experience beneficial

Active participation in employee-owned

Growth-oriented mindset

Education

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

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Revit

SKM

AGI

Easy Power

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.

Power: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 Substation Coordinator, we’ll count on you to:

• Conduct analyses to develop electrical design options or recommendations, and assist in the preparation of cost estimates and specifications
• Perform routine electrical engineering assignments, with instruction from the Project Engineer or Project Manager regarding the expected results
• Work on projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables
• Work on small projects, or assist more-senior engineers on larger projects
• Work with assistance from Project Engineers, other Electrical EITs or Technicians as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
• EIT license preferred. Candidates who don’t have EIT license will be called a Substation Coordinator and expected to obtain EIT for career progression.
• Previous internship experience beneficial
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, Revit, SKM, AGI and Easy Power
• Desire to pursue growth opportunities and obtain registration
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

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.