Technology Designer

HDR, Inc.; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Technology Designer to design integrated low voltage systems and perform electrical engineering tasks for complex building projects in Dallas. You will calculate loads, specify UPS requirements, and produce construction documents as part of a collaborative team.

Required is a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, at least 5 years in low-voltage design, and proficiency with MS Office. You will work within an employee-owned culture emphasizing inclusion and innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years experience in low-voltage system design.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Design integrated low voltage systems
• Calculate electrical power loads, determine UPS requirements and design of system-related single line diagrams
• Complete set of construction documents
• Understand that assignments have objectives that require investigation of many variables
• Independently perform low voltage technology system/electrical engineering assignments with broad general instruction from Project Manager as to the results expected
• Write specifications covering all low voltage technology system matters, perform reviews and work directly with owners as a part of project team
• Assist other Designers, Project Coordinators or technicians as needed, and be responsible for work in all phases of the low voltage technology design process
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Project Coordinators or Technicians as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Skills

Low-voltage design

MS Project

MS Visio

Autodesk

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

MS Visio

Autodesk

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 building engineering is more than systems and structures, it's about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, you'll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

In the role of Technology Designer, we'll count on you to:

• Design integrated low voltage systems
• Calculate electrical power loads, determine UPS requirements and design of system-related single line diagrams
• Complete set of construction documents
• Understand that assignments have objectives that require investigation of many variables
• Independently perform low voltage technology system/electrical engineering assignments with broad general instruction from Project Manager as to the results expected
• Write specifications covering all low voltage technology system matters, perform reviews and work directly with owners as a part of project team
• Assist other Designers, Project Coordinators or technicians as needed, and be responsible for work in all phases of the low voltage technology design process
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Project Coordinators or Technicians as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• RCDD (Registered Communication Distribution Designer) certification
• Familiarity with MS Project, MS Visio, Autodesk

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or combination of education and relevant experience
• Minimum 5 years experience in low-voltage system design
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• 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: United States-Texas-Dallas

Industry: Building Engineering

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Information Communication Technology (ICT)/Security

Job Posting: Aug 3, 2026