Substation Protection & Controls Engineering Team Lead

HDR; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a dynamic Substation P&C Engineering Team Lead in Jacksonville, Florida, to lead and expand our Power Delivery team. This role involves managing projects, mentoring staff, and ensuring technical excellence.

Qualified candidates will have at least 7 years of experience, a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, and familiarity with high voltage electrical design standards. Strong team management skills and a commitment to HDR’s culture are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years experience in a relevant role.
• Previous consulting firm experience desired.
• Strong communication and listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-performing substation P&C engineering team.
• Oversee the technical execution of substation projects.
• Assist in developing proposals and project estimating.

Skills

Team Management

Project Oversight

Technical Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

PE License

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Job Overview

HDR is seeking a dynamic and experienced Substation P&C Engineering Team Lead to lead and grow our nationally ranked Power Delivery team. The role is responsible for the technical aspects and deliverables of assigned projects and is a key member of the NC Power Delivery management team.

Responsibilities

• Team Management & Development: Managing a high-performing substation P&C engineering team, assigning responsibilities, mentoring junior staff, and fostering a collaborative culture focused on technical excellence, innovation, and accountability.
• Project Oversight: Overseeing the technical execution of substation projects, ensuring quality, timeliness, and budget compliance. Planning and allocating resources for junior staff in alignment with HDR’s project execution processes.
• Proposal Development: Assisting with developing proposals, including technical writing and project estimating in the area of technical expertise.
• Strategic Growth & Business Planning: Supporting the Substation Business Class Manager’s growth strategies by identifying and developing specific technical expertise.
• Technical Leadership & Innovation: Attending trainings to further develop understanding of complex concepts related to the discipline.
• Collaboration & Integration: Working with Client Managers, Operational Managers, and Technical Leaders to ensure seamless integration of services and consistent delivery of world‑class solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous consulting firm experience desired.
• Previous staff supervision experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• PE License.
• Design experience with high voltage electrical switchyard and substation projects of varying complexity up to 500kV, including conceptual knowledge of P&C design and applicable design standards (IEEE, ANSI, etc.).
• Experience using industry standard design software (AutoCAD and/or MicroStation).
• Ability to travel, less than 10%.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 7 years experience.
• Professional registration, license, or certification may be required based on role.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Good leadership and organizational skills.
• Commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

Location

Primary: United States – Florida – Orlando. Other Locations: United States – Florida – Doral, Jacksonville, Tampa.

EEO Statement

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.