Substation Electrical EIT/Coordinator

HDR; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee ownership

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Substation Electrical EIT/Design Coordinator in Minnesota. You will support electrical design for substation projects, coordinate with architects and other disciplines, and review documents for conflicts while assisting with contract administration and field inspections.

You will work directly with owners to develop recommendations and ensure compliance with specifications. Prerequisites include a Bachelor's in Electrical or Architectural Engineering with Electrical emphasis,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Architectural Engineering with electrical emphasis.
• EIT certification or pursuit required for progression.
• Desire to pursue professional registration.
• Experience with design for building electrical lighting, power, and systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of electrical engineering techniques and procedures.
• Work directly with owners to develop recommendations.
• Review electrical documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines.
• Write/edit electrical specifications, select equipment and electrical devices.
• Take on contract administration responsibilities requiring field inspections and conflict resolution.
• Make decisions on significant design and engineering features as needed.
• Function as a Project Manager on small and mid-size projects as needed, but project management is not the principal focus of position.
• Supervise work of Electrical CAD Technicians and coordinate design of assigned projects with architectural staff and other engineering disciplines as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

SKM

AGI

EasyPower

Microsoft Office

EIT

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT) certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

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.

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 Electrical EIT/Design Coordinator, we’ll count on you to:

• Perform assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of electrical engineering techniques and procedures
• Work directly with owners to develop recommendations
• Review electrical documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines
• Write/edit electrical specifications, select equipment and electrical devices
• Take on contract administration responsibilities requiring field inspections and conflict resolution
• Make decisions on significant design and engineering features as needed
• Function as a Project Manager on small and mid-size projects as needed, but project management is not the principal focus of position
• Supervise work of Electrical CAD Technicians and coordinate design of assigned projects with architectural staff and other engineering disciplines as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate.
• Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Coordinator" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
• 2+ years experience designing electrical lighting, power and systems for building projects ; EIT
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired but not required

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
• Desire to pursue growth opportunities and obtain registration
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, Revit, SKM, AGI and Easy Power
• 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.

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.) Minnesota: $75,059 - $109,158

The Primary Location: United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park Other Locations: United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis, United States-Wisconsin-Madison, United States-Wisconsin-Milwaukee Industry: Power Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Substation Engineering Job Posting: Aug 13, 2026

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