Substation Electrical EIT/Coordinator

HDR, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Retirement savings plan with employer

Employee referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Substation Electrical EIT in Sacramento, CA. The role involves developing design options, performing calculations and creating drawings for electrical substations, with field and site involvement throughout design and construction phases.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, strong communication, and willingness to mentor and collaborate within an employee-owned culture. In-office presence 4–5 days weekly is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Active participation in employee-owned culture.
• Willingness to be in office 4-5 days a week.
• U.S. Citizenship required due to client contract.
• Desire to obtain CA PE registration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analyses to develop design options and cost estimates.
• Prepare drawings, calculations, and designs for electrical substations.
• Develop one-line diagrams, protection schematics, SCADA schemes.
• Coordinate with Designers and CADD Technicians per standards.
• Conduct site visits during design, construction and as-built phases.
• Work with senior engineers on larger projects.
• Complete tasks with clear objectives and limited variables.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving

Team Player

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

SKM PowerTools

ETAP

EasyPower

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.

In the role of Substation Electrical EIT, we'll count on you to:

• Conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations, engineering document review, drawing review and revision, provide field construction support and assist in the preparation of cost estimates and specifications among other tasks.
• Preparation of engineering drawings, calculations, analyses, reports and designs for electrical substations (Low, Medium and High Voltage).
• Preparation of calculations, design sketches and redline drawings.
• Working with Designers and CADD Technicians to develop drawings in accordance with national design standards, safety codes and project specifications and requirements.
• Developing design deliverables including one-line diagrams, protection and control schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA schemes, communications plans, substation physical layouts, material lists, conduit and cable sizing/routing, AC and DC systems calculations and sizing, and substation grounding.
• Conduct site visits during the design, construction and as-built phases of projects.
• Perform routine electrical engineering assignments using client and industry standards, with instruction from the Project Engineer or Project Manager regarding the expected results.
• Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables.
• Work independently on small projects or assist more-senior engineers on larger projects.
• Perform other duties as needed.

*If candidate does not have EIT certification at the time of hire, title of position will be Substation Electrical Coordinator.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
• Due to client contract requirements, US Citizenship is required
• Takes initiative and is flexible with embracing change in order to accomplish project goals
• Thrives in a team environment and has strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Openness to being mentored by Senior Engineers and Subject Matter Experts to support individual growth
• Prior internship/co-op experience in power, utilities, renewables and/or construction industries a plus
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
• Desire to pursue growth opportunities and obtain CA PE registration
• Experience using electrical design software such as SKM PowerTools, ETAP or EasyPower is considered a plus.
• Willingness to have a strong in office presence 4-5 days a week
• Interest in engaging in technical and industry groups (IEEE, NAPE, EPRI, etc.)

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.

• 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
• tuition reimbursement

The expected compensation range for this position is $74,239 to $100,441 annually and depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

Primary Location: United States-California-Sacramento

Industry: Power

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Substation Engineering

Job Posting: Sep 21, 2026