Substation Designer

HDR; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 52,105 - 70,495; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Phoenix seeks a qualified individual to assist engineers in creating and managing 3D design models. This role involves maintaining discipline models, preparing detailed drawings, and producing documentation. Ideal candidates need proficiency in 3D design software, excellent communication skills, and a basic understanding of engineering concepts. Join a supportive culture focused on inclusion and innovation in the power sector with great benefits.

Qualifications

• Technically qualified in 3D design software.
• Competency in document management infrastructure.
• Basic understanding of engineering or architectural concepts.

Responsibilities

• Work under supervision of Engineer or Architect.
• Assist with the development of discipline models.
• Prepare detailed drawings using 3D software.
• Maintain discipline models with project information.
• Produce documentation with accurate annotations.

Skills

3D design software proficiency

Microsoft Office products

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

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?

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.

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.

Responsibilities

• Work for a specific discipline, under the direct supervision of an Architect/Engineer, or other technical professional
• Assist in the development of the discipline model with direct support from the Digital Design, Architectural, or Engineering staff
• Responsible for assisting with the creation of the discipline model, systems, content, and overall digital delivery output for that discipline
• Accurately model the BIM elements in the correct special constraints of the modeling environment, using the current 3D software
• Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, and diagrams of the design using the current 3D software
• Maintain the discipline model including project information, coordinates, scales, orientations, scope boundaries, match‑lines, views, and sheets
• Produce discipline specific documentation with accurate annotations on all modeling output

Required Qualifications

• Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure
• Competency in Microsoft Office products and communication tools
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits are essential
• Basic understanding of engineering or architectural concepts

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.

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Nevada: $52,105–$70,495.

Location & Schedule

Primary Location: United States‑Arizona‑Tucson.
Other Locations: United States‑Arizona‑Phoenix, United States‑Nevada‑Las Vegas.
Industry: Power.
Schedule: Full‑time.
Employee Status: Regular.
Business Class: Substation Engineering.
Job Posting: Mar 17, 2026.

Employment Equity

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.