System Protection & Studies Team Lead

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a System Protection & Studies Team Lead in Irvine, CA. You will guide production operations, develop staff, ensure quality and profitability, and coordinate with clients and internal teams on power system studies.

The role involves leadership across multiple projects, participation in marketing and interviews, proactive project management, and alignment with HDR's employee-owned culture. A Bachelor's degree and 7+ years in electrical power are preferred.

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.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Responsibilities

• Assist in production operations including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control and marketing support.
• May function as an Assistant Project Manager and assist in production on projects in addition to management responsibilities.
• Assist with administrative responsibility for section staff and technical service functions, and lead and coordinate services with other sections.
• Be involved in marketing planning, proposals and interviews.
• Be directly involved with industrial and public clients in marketing, project production and related issues.
• Assist in ensuring that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management system.
• Implement, monitor and support company policy.
• Assist in the selection, training and management of technical personnel.
• Work cooperatively with National Directors and marketing staff in local and national marketing and production efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

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 System Protection & Studies Team Lead , we'll count on you to:

• Assist in the responsibility for operations of production section including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control and marketing support
• May function as an Assistant Project Manager and assist in responsibility for production on projects in addition to management responsibilities
• Assist with administrative responsibility for section staff and technical service functions, and lead and coordinate services with other sections
• Be involved in marketing planning, proposals and interviews
• Be directly involved with industrial and public clients in marketing, project production and related issues
• Assist in ensuring that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management system
• Implement, monitor and support company policy
• Assist in the selection, training, development and management of technical personnel
• Work cooperatively with National Directors and marketing staff in local and national marketing and production efforts
• Perform other duties as needed

Due to client contract requirements, US citizenship or Permanent Resident Status (Greencard holder) is required.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with an Electrical/Power emphasis.
• California Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 7 years of experience doing electrical power system analysis, electrical system planning, protective device application, settings, and substation design is highly preferred.
• Preference will be given to candidates local to the Irvine, CA area.
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
• Prior experience consulting or working for an electric utility is considered a plus.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• A 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
• 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.

Primary Location

Other Locations

United States-California-Irvine

Industry

Power

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : System Protection and Planning

Job Posting

Aug 9, 2026

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

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We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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